First Jazz Harp Camp in Valeyres, Switzerland July 12-16, 2010

A group of around 12 students will meet from July 12-16, 2010 for a unique and exciting program involving daily thematic workshops, as well as masterclass-style group lessons. In addition to Park Stickney, the course will include bassist Dino Contenti and percussionist Gigi Biolcati who will work with the students in trios and duos, and in rhythmic training (including morning "body percussion" movement session.) The program will be tailored to the individual needs of the students, as well as to those of the group. Teaching will be in English and French. There will be multiple performance opportunities for the students, including an ending concert on Friday, plus daily coffee mini-concerts in the afternoons. To balance all this intense work, we’ll take advantage of being in the Swiss countryside with a barbecue on the beach at nearby Lake Neuchâtel (weather permitting), and a cheese fondue at Ste. Croix, in the nearby mountains of the Jura. Although no jazz experience is necessary, participants should be intermediate or advanced pedal harpists. This camp is for students over 18. Students under 18, must come with a parent or guardian. Registration: To register, fill the form, available at www.jazzharp.com/jhc-registration.pdf Places are limited and registration is on a “first-come, first-served” basis, so prompt registration is advised.