August 20, 2014
Dear Choral Music Educator:
I am writing to tell you about the GVSU High School Voice Day that will be held on
Friday, October 10, 2014, 9:00-2:30 pm, on the GVSU campus in the PERFORMING
ARTS CENTER. This event is designed for promising high school students of voice.
During this special event the GVSU voice and choral area faculty will present hands-on
workshops including effective warm-ups, audition techniques, and masterclasses; a
performance featuring GVSU voice students, a side by side rehearsal with selected small
ensembles, a presentation on vocal health by Dr. Rachel Gates and masterclasses with
our visiting guest artists and master teachers, Jane Bunnell and Marc Embree of
DePaul University School of Music. Lunch will be provided with an opportunity to visit
with current GVSU students. Teachers and parents are welcome to attend and observe all
the events of the day.
Students submitting a strong recommendation from either their choral or private voice
teacher are invited to participate in the Bunnell/Embree Masterclasses. Announcements
of those selected for this masterclass will be made via email by Oct 1st. In addition ALL
STUDENTS are invited to bring a prepared song to present in the other workshops
throughout the day. Please return your application(s) by Friday September 27th to
ensure a spot for your student(s). Because space is limited, participation will be
determined on a first-come-first-served basis.
Each student will be asked to bring an art song (English or foreign language) or music
theatre selection that must be memorized and performance-ready (if singing in a foreign
language know your translation well).
This event is sponsored by the GVSU Department of Music and is offered at NO COST
to participating students. The students need only cover the cost of their travel and
accommodations if necessary. The Sleep Inn Hotel (616-892-8000), located just north of
campus, is convenient and reasonably priced.
Please see the attached application and feel free to contact Professor Dale Schriemer at
schriemd@gvsu.edu if you have any questions. We look forward to hosting you at our
beautiful GVSU Allendale campus!!
Sincerely,
Robert Byrens, Affiliate Professor of Music, Staff Pianist and Coach
Dr. Min Jin, Affiliate Professor of Music, Applied Voice
Dr. Rachael Gates, Adjunct Professor, Applied Voice and Vocal Pedagogy
Dr. Chuck Norris, Professor of Music, Music Education
Ellen Pool, Associate Professor of Music, Director of Choral Activities
Dale Schriemer, Professor of Music, Applied Voice, Opera Theatre
Dr. Kathryn Stieler, Associate Professor of Music, Applied Voice
GVSU High School Voice Day
Performing Arts Center – Allendale Campus
STUDENT APPLICATION
Student Name ____________________________________________________________
Street Address____________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip Code _______________________________________________________
E-mail ___________________________________ Phone Number__________________
Voice Type____________ Grade______ Age______ Years of Private Study________
Art Song
Title/Composer___________________________________________________________
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Voice Teacher/Choral Conductor name_______________________________________
School Name ____________________________________________________________
School Address __________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
E-mail Address______________________________ Phone _______________________
Please send application to:
Grand Valley State University
Professor Dale Schriemer
Performing Arts Center
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, MI 49401
or
include information in an e-mail to schriemd@gvsu.edu.
Confirmation of participation will be sent by e-mail to teachers and students by Oct
1.
GVSU High School Voice Day
SCHEDULE
Friday, October 10
8:30 - 9:00
Registration/Welcome/Introductions
9:00 – 9:45
warm-ups/side by side rehearsal with GVSU Cantate
Chamber Ensemble, Ellen Pool, conductor
9:45 – 10:45
Workshop I (students not singing may chose either)
a. Vocal Heath workshop – Dr. Rachael Gates 1410 PAC
b. Masterclass I – Dr. Kathryn Stieler SVS Recital Hall
10:45 – 11:30
Workshop II (students may chose either)
a. Vocal Health Workshop – Dr. Rachael Gates 1410 PAC
b. Masterclass II – “How do I prepare a college audition?”
Professor Dale Schriemer SVS Recital Hall
11:30 – 12:15
Lunch (provided by GVSU) – 1410 PAC (gluten free
options available)
12:15 – 1:00
Recital - by GVSU Students, guests, and Alumnae
SVS Recital Hall
1:00 – 2:00
1:00 – 2:00
2:30
Masterclass III – Jane Bunnell SVS Recital Hall
Masterclass IV – Marc Embree 1515 PAC
Closing Activities in SVS Recital Hall