Course Overview

NYBBA 2019 is an open enrollment camp for brass and percussion students wanting to learn and perform within a brass band setting. We are excited for what will be a historic week of music-making and fellowship.

Musical Director: Professor David King
Artistic Director: Helen Harrelson
Director of Education: Dr. Lee Harrelson
 
VENUE Missouri Western State University
  
SCHEDULE (Full Schedule to Follow):
 
Sunday, June 16
     2 PM       Airport shuttle pickup for out of town students
     2-4 PM   Check-in
     PM          Reading Session
                      
Monday, June 17: Sectionals & Rehearsals
 
Tuesday, June 18: Sectionals & Rehearsals
 
Wednesday, June 19: Rehearsals, Clinics & Social
 
Thursday, June 20: Sectionals & Rehearsals
 
Friday, June 21: Rehearsals & Clinics
 
Saturday, June 22:
     1 PM         Dorm checkout    
     2:30 PM    Concert
     4:45 PM    Shuttle provided to MCI airport. Approximate 5:30 arrival
COURSE TOPICS & CLINICS (for students and auditors)
 
Q & A with Professor David King
Writing for Brass Band
The Role of Instruments in the Brass Band
Sound Concepts 
Technique and Articulation
Expressive & Lyrical Playing
Mouthpiece Selection
Key Historic Works and Figures in the Movement
 
COURSE FEES
 
Resident: $650
Commuter: $400
Auditor (including parents staying with out of town students): $550