A typical day includes six classes -- four specific to the camp the student is attending, and two electives: 1. Band (completing 5th through 12th grades) - The students will be placed in one of three bands, allowing for more targeted level of repertoire difficulty. Over the course of the week, students will meet as a band class with their assigned EIU band director to work towards preparing a variety of fun and entertaining pieces for the Saturday afternoon concert. During rehearsals students will improve listening skills; discuss intonation, balance, blend, and tone quality; and they will learn how to hone their ensemble playing skills through daily reinforcement and practice. In addition to participating in a concert band, students will receive instrument-specific instruction from the EIU applied faculty who will focus on the technical details of improving each student's playing ability on his/her instrument. 2. Choir (completing 5th through 12th grades) - This camp is designed to meet the needs of those students who are interested in singing choral music, providing an instructional and educational experience for both beginners and more advanced students in a collaborative, supportive and interactive environment. Students will perform a wide variety of choral compositions by significant composers from early classics to notable contemporary works. Vocal Placement While Choir Camp singers do not audition, they do have a vocal placement on registration day. Singers will be checked for vocal range, timbre, and sight-reading skills. No one should worry about the vocal placement. It is designed to make sure singers are placed on the choral part that is best for their vocal production. Talent Show-There will be an audition for the Talent Show (an accompanist will be provided)! Campers may choose from several workshops and clinics. Topics may include the following: Jazz Appreciation, Music Theory, Music Technology, How to Practice, Performance skills 3. Instrumental Jazz (completing 6th through 12th grades) - This camp is designed to meet the needs of those students who are interested in jazz at all levels, providing an instructional and educational experience for both beginners and more advanced students. Students will have an opportunity to study jazz with EIU’s outstanding jazz faculty and other fine musicians from around the country. Stuents participate in Big Bands, Jazz Theory, Improvisation, Master classes, Jazz Seminar, Jazz Combos (for the more advanced students) 4. Musical Theatre (completing 8th through 12th grades) - This camp is designed to help participants strengthen their skills in singing, acting, dancing, and audition techniques, all within a collaborative, supportive and interactive environment. The camp curriculum will focus on Choreography, Foundations of Acting, Audition Techniques, Singing for Musical Theater, Vocal Health, Performance skills 5. Piano (completing 5th through 12th grades) - Each day will be full of interesting classes, solo and group rehearsals, and fun evening activities. Participants will be pushed to reach their potential by learning an entirely new solo piece and an ensemble piece, both to be performed in a group recital at the end of the week. One-on-one coaching with EMC's piano faculty will ensure rapid improvement and new insights. Class topics include piano technique, efficient practice methods, music history, famous pianists, and instrument maintenance. 6. Strings (completing 7th through 12th grades) - Students at EMC Strings Camp will rehearse and perform in various chamber ensembles and large groups over the course of the week. String campers will enjoy: Large ensemble rehearsals, Technique classes, Small and large chamber groups, Individual lessons and help, Master class with individual and group performances. Instrumental Jazz and Musical Theatre have their own courses designed to complement the material presented in the performance part of the instructional day. Instruction lasts from 8:30-4:00, and evenings include social activities and a series of concerts by faculty, staff, and students.