A week at Beyond Trad 2020
As always we here at Beyond Trad take pride in putting together a team of teachers that can offer you the world!
There are multiple class formats at Beyond Trad, which are laid out below the schedule (We do sometimes need to adjust timing before or at camp to make things run smoothly, but this should give you an idea of how things go)
If you just want to see the specifics of each class click on the button below:
There are multiple class formats at Beyond Trad, which are laid out below the schedule (We do sometimes need to adjust timing before or at camp to make things run smoothly, but this should give you an idea of how things go)
If you just want to see the specifics of each class click on the button below:
Monday: Arrive, settle in & let the fun begin!
Registration opens at 9:00 at the main Lodge on Monday morning. You'll have until noon to get settled into your accommodations, meet your neighbours, take a walk around the site and scout out the local swimming hole.
Lunch (For those taking part in the meal plan) is served at 12:00 in the main hall, food service runs from 12:00-12:30, and the hall is cleared for classes at 1:00.
Orientation is great for new and returning campers alike. If you you've never been, we'll introduce you to the team, give you a run down on how things work onsite and refresh the returning on new or updated systems.
Lunch (For those taking part in the meal plan) is served at 12:00 in the main hall, food service runs from 12:00-12:30, and the hall is cleared for classes at 1:00.
Orientation is great for new and returning campers alike. If you you've never been, we'll introduce you to the team, give you a run down on how things work onsite and refresh the returning on new or updated systems.
Vocal Warmup & Sing
Rise, shine, stretch and sing! Start every morning off right with breath work, effective vocal warm-ups and some joyous singing all together! We will learn a few songs with the entire camp - a relaxed, inclusive and fun way to make music with the whole group! Some short daily announcements & Band Lab tune demos will sneak into this time as well.
Home Room: 80 mins each (friday 45mins)
When you register for camp you'll be asked to select a home room. Home Room is the most in depth class of the week. You'll meet with the same teacher each day and build on skills from one class to the next. If you are unsure what your level of playing is or what the best fit for you will be, go with your best guess and know that you can ask to switch classes at camp if it turns out that its not the right one. (please note that there are a couple classes the have a limit on enrolment so you will need to check with one of the organizers before switching. That being said, we want you to have the most enjoyable experience possible so we will do our best to get you where you need to go!)
Large Ensembles: 70 mins each
Folk Harmonic Orchestra
This group is open to all ages, instruments and levels. We'll set up a groove and add easy parts, taught by ear and layered, to make epic sounds out of simple pieces. Over the week we will be collaborating with the Camp Choir to create pieces that will include everyone at camp.
Camp Choir
Come and experience the joy of singing together in a large, a cappella, foot stompin' ensemble! No singing experience necessary. All are welcome in our 'Beyond Trad' choir - this will be an energizing session after lunch! Move, groove, sing and connect in harmony!
This group is open to all ages, instruments and levels. We'll set up a groove and add easy parts, taught by ear and layered, to make epic sounds out of simple pieces. Over the week we will be collaborating with the Camp Choir to create pieces that will include everyone at camp.
Camp Choir
Come and experience the joy of singing together in a large, a cappella, foot stompin' ensemble! No singing experience necessary. All are welcome in our 'Beyond Trad' choir - this will be an energizing session after lunch! Move, groove, sing and connect in harmony!
Small Ensembles: 90 mins each
Slow Pitch Jam:
Simple, straightforward tunes, strongly facilitated. Sing and strum along in a friendly open environment.
Band Lab:
Participants will be divided into small combo groups, and given 45 minutes to put together a performance with the help of one of our Instructors. This is a great chance to practice performing, communication within a band and make new friends. Tuesday's Lab will feature selections from Folk and Bluegrass world, Thursday's will have selections from Western Swing and Country.
Duets Classes:
During each Small Ensemble block there will also be a duets class offered.
Simple, straightforward tunes, strongly facilitated. Sing and strum along in a friendly open environment.
Band Lab:
Participants will be divided into small combo groups, and given 45 minutes to put together a performance with the help of one of our Instructors. This is a great chance to practice performing, communication within a band and make new friends. Tuesday's Lab will feature selections from Folk and Bluegrass world, Thursday's will have selections from Western Swing and Country.
Duets Classes:
During each Small Ensemble block there will also be a duets class offered.
Electives: 60-70 mins each
Electives are short, one off workshops offered throughout the week. If you would like to attend, you just show up at the time and location indicated on your camp program (you'll receive a program when you check in on Monday). There is always a huge range of classes to pick from, the hardest part is picking just one!