Fiddler’s Fest is a weeklong summer music camp for young string players in the Metro-Detroit area. The camp is open to violinists, violists, cellists, and double bass players in middle school and high school. The camp is located in Huntington Woods, Michigan.
There are two different programs within Fiddler’s Fest: Intermediate and Advanced. In both the Intermediate and Advanced Strings Programs, students will participate in small chamber ensembles and string orchestra.
The Intermediate Strings Program is for middle-school aged students or younger students with more substantial musical training. This program is for students who are capable at reading music and are working towards a solid foundation on their instrument.
The Advanced Strings Program is for high school students or advanced middle school students who are accomplished in their instrument. Students should be proficient in reading music and comfortable with shifting and vibrato.
One of the main goals of the camp is to encourage students to continue practicing their instruments — as well as their ensemble skills — during the summer. With a focus on developing chamber music skills, students will be challenged with learning new repertoire to present during the end-of-camp concert. Additionally, Fiddler’s Fest focuses on promoting effective and healthy practice habits, including stretching, warming up with scales, and making the most out of a small amount of practice time.
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