[Highland Park] SOUNDWAVES youth steelband program | Kelly Strayhorn Theater
SOUNDWAVES is a full-scholarship intensive steelband music program designed for talented students (ages 12–17) to develop and hone their musical skills, presented by the Kelly Strayhorn Theater in partnership with the Union Project. Ten students will be selected to participate in an intensive six-week program consisting of 18 sessions, held Tuesday–Thursdays from 4–6 pm. Participants will be required to attend every session. The program will culminate in a special performance on May 30, 2012 at Kelly Strayhorn Theater, 5941 Penn Avenue in East Liberty. The program is designed for students interested in a broad range of musical styles, with an interest in developing their skills. Training sessions will take place at Union Project, located at801 North Negley Avenue in Highland Park. World-renowned teachers will guide students as they advance their technique, gain experience in performing with an ensemble, and practice performing for an audience. This one-of-a-kind project provides young musicians a platform to expand their interests in music and a chance to make invaluable connections in the music scene in Pittsburgh and beyond. Additional information and application can be found here: http://www.kelly-strayhorn.org/calendar/event/soundwaves-2012/ and http://www.kelly-strayhorn.org/_uploads/files/SOUNDWAVES_application_2012.pd.... Please contact Dan Derks, Education Director, with any questions at 412.363.3000 ext 313.
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Dan Derks