CelloFeast
There's Always Room for Cello!
Philadelphia 2009 - Weekend Cello Seminar for Adults
Weekend Cello Seminar for Adults
When: May 15-17, 2009
Where: West Catholic Philadelphia Community Conservatory, 4501 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139
What: Come
enjoy music and food, and share in the fellowship of other cellists
from Philadelphia and the region.
CelloFeast comes to Philadelphia with a weekend seminar for adult cellists, from beginner to advanced.
The seminar will include ensemble playing, techniques classes, luthier presentation, panel-discussions, masterclasses, and public concerts and performances.
CelloFeast is a forum in which to share the love for the cello through playing, studying, listening, and sharing experiences.
Program
Friday, May 15, 2009
- 6:00 - 7:00 PM Arrival & Registration (hors d'oeuvers)
- 7:00 - 8:00 PM Welcome & Cello Ensemble Reading
- 8:00 - 9:00 PM Faculty Recital & Panel-Discussion
Saturday, May 16, 2009
- 8:30 - 9:00 AM Arrival & Warmup (juice & coffee)
- 9:00 - 10:00 AM Cello Ensemble Rehearsal
- 10:00 - 11:00 AM Cello Ensemble Sectionals
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Cello Ensemble Rehearsal
- 12:00 - 2:00 PM Lunch & Practice Time
- 2:00 - 4:00 PM Cello Ensemble Rehearsal
- 3:00 - 4:00 PM Cello Masterclass
- 5:00 - 6:00 PM Luthier Presentation
- 6:00 - 7:30 PM Dinner & Practice Time
- 8:00 - 10:00 PM Concert & Reception (open to the public) - Stephen Framil, Cello
Sunday, May 17, 2009
- 8:30 - 9:00 AM Arrival & Warmup (juice & coffee)
- 9:00 - 10:30 AM Cello Ensemble Rehearsal
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Interfaith Service Cello Ensemble Performance
- 12:00 - 1:00 PM Lunch & Farewell
Faculty
CelloFeast seminars are conducted by highly skilled professional cellists dedicated to assisting the participants in developing their skills as cellists, ensemble players, and musicians.
Dr. Stephen Framil
CelloFeast Director
Critically acclaimed throughout the world, Dr. Stephen Framil has appeared as concert soloist in Carnegie Weill (New York) and Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra (Hungary), among others. Dr. Framil has given masterclasses in cello and chamber music around the world, including the Shanghai Conservatory (China), University of Illinois (Champaign-Urbana), DePaul University (Chicago), and Longy School of Music (Boston).
Professor Andre Gaskins
CelloFeast Faculty
Andre Gaskins enjoys a diverse career as cellist, conductor and music educator. His recording of Martinu's 'Concertino' for SUMMIT RECORDS was nominated for the 2004 Grammy Awards. As a soloist Gaskins has appeared with the Indianapolis and Pro Arte Chamber Orchestras, and the Columbus, LaGrange, Richmond, Fort Smith and Carmel Symphony Orchestra in Indiana. Having served as the teaching assistant to world-renowned cellist Janos Starker, Professor Gaskins currently teaches at Columbus State University, and is the principal cellist of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra.
Registration & Fees
Registration
To register, download and complete the Registration Form below. Registration forms and a $100 deposit must be received on or before April 15, 2009:
Fees
- Participant: $275. Includes Seminar Materials & Meals (excluding breakfast).
- Participant Guest (Spouse): $75. Includes Seminar Auditing & Meals (excluding breakfast).
- Auditor with Meals: $100. Includes Seminar Auditing & Meals (excluding breakfast).
Policies
- Make all checks payable to "SSP International LLC"
- Registration forms and a $100 deposit must be received on or before April 15, 2009
- Deposit is non-refundable after April 15, 2009
- Fee balance ($175) must be received on or before May 1, 2009
- A late-fee of $25 will assessed after May 1, 2009
- Cancellation refund on or before May 1, 2009 is 100% less Deposit
- No refunds after May 8, 2009
- Enrollment for CelloFeast Philadelphia 2009 is limited to 60 Participants
Host Venue
West Catholic
Philadelphia Community Conservatory
4501 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(215) 386-2244, ext. 234
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Accomodations
Four Points by Sheraton
1201 Race Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 496-2700
* Reference CelloFeast to receive $145.00/night (limited occupancy)
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Places to See
The "First Capital of the United States" Philadelphia attracts millions of visitors every year. The CelloFeast venue is located 3 miles west of Center City Philadelphia.