Classical Summit
July 22-26, Nathaniel Gunod, Artistic Director
Martha Masters, Assistant Director

Concerts, Classes and Lectures with
Adam del Monte, Julian Gray, Nathaniel Gunod, Adam Holzman, Dale Kavanagh, Andrew Leonard, Martha Masters, Richard Provost, William Yelverton


SPECIAL GUEST: Pepe Romero

World-renowned Pepe Romero wil be the guest for the Classical Summit. Pepe Romero has performed with all of the leading orchestras of the world, made over 50 recordings, and has had compositions written for and dedicated to him by notable composers including Joaquin Rodrigo, Federico Moreno Torroba, and Celedonio Romero.

Four students will be selected to play through a tape audition. Please send a 10-minute tape by June 15. Send to: NGW, Master Class, 407A Bantam Road, Suite #1, Litchfield, CT 06759.


The SET-UP:
The Classical Summit is designed for anyone who enjoys playing classical guitar. Many of the students are serious, advanced players attending or preparing for music school, while others are adult or teenage hobbyists. Levels range from beginner through very advanced.
Every Student Chooses One Major

Classical Guitar for Beginners and Beyond with Andrew Leonard. For less experienced students who “feel not-quite-ready for prime time.”
Technique and Musicianship (del Monte, Gray, Gunod, Holzman, Kavanagh, Masters, Provost, Yelverton)

Intermediate to advanced students indicate their level of interest in all eight teachers (#1–#8) and are assigned four lessons based on their priorities. When not performing in one of these four lessons, students may observe any teacher’s class. Teacher assignments are first-come, first-served and are not guaranteed.

Every Student Chooses One Minor
Mind, Muscle, and Music (Gray)
Ensemble (Holzman, Kavanagh, Masters, Provost, Yelverton)
Flamenco (del Monte)

Every Student is Welcome to:
Attend Evening Concerts
Attend Master Class with Pepe Romero
Attend Evening Lectures with Thomas Humphrey, Luthier
Participate in “Classical Jams”Come sight-read with your friends after dinner in a fun, informal setting.
Attend or Perform in the Juried Student Recital. Those students who do not wish to compete or play in the Master Class may perform in this afternoon concert. Ensembles as well as soloists are welcome to play. Faculty will offer written comments. (Limited space, first-come, first-served.)

SCHOLARSHIPS
Work/Study scholarships are available for upper-class college music majors and graduate students who would be interested in staffing the “Classical Jams.” Need-based scholarships are available. Please send a 5–10 minute tape to apply.

Send to: NGW/Scholarship, 407A Bantam Road, Suite #1, Litchfield, CT 06759