WEEK 1 – June 25 to July 2, 2023

A celebration of all things CAMMAC

Our 70th-anniversary celebrations begin with everything you love!

Orchestra, chamber music recorder, percussion, guitar, choir, dance, yoga, an intensive saxophone program and more… this week, we have it all.

WHAT’S NEW + PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

+ Help us celebrate CAMMAC’s 70th anniversary by contributing to Week 1’s artistic programming!
All CAMMAC members will be invited to vote on their favourite work from among a list celebrating CAMMAC’s 70 years. Details to come.

+ Intensive saxophone program: level-up your technical and stylistic understanding of the saxophone, develop ensemble skills, refine your existing repertoire and learn new works during this intensive saxophone program with Louis-Philippe Bonin. A flexible schedule will allow you to focus exclusively on the saxophone throughout the week, or to sample additional activities according to your needs.
Is this program for you? The program is adaptable for all levels, but it is ideal for musicians with at least 3 years of active experience. To find out more: CLICK HERE

Of special interest for cellists: classes, cello ensemble and chamber music with Catherine Mathieu, founder of Pratico-Cello, a platform and community for cellists of all levels. Catherine is also the creator of the PraticoCELLOTHÈQUE, a free directory of over 500 resources for amateur cellists.

MUSIC PROGRAM

A full music program for adults features a diverse choice of classes and workshops for all levels of amateur musicians.

The children’s program is suitable for ages 4 and a half to 12 years old. Teens can choose from a range of classes tailored specifically for them, as well as adult classes.

If you don’t know how to read music, don’t worry! Classes for beginners are available.

CLASSES FOR ADULTS:

Classes requiring pre-registration are marked with a *P*. You will receive instructions for pre-registration once your reservation is complete. You will select the remaining classes for your schedule on the Sunday evening of your arrival at CAMMAC.
Please note that the deadline for pre-registration for Week 1 is:
May 1, 2023.

Vocal classes & ensembles:

  • A cappella
  • Choir for all
  • Vocal technique
  • Voice masterclass *P*

Instrumental ensembles:

  • Chamber music for winds, strings and piano *P*
  • Orchestra / Large ensemble
  • Wind ensemble

Instrumental classes:

  • Cello
  • Guitar
  • Percussion: World
  • Piano
  • Recorder
  • Saxophone: intensive program *P*

Other classes:

  • Active listening
  • Dance
  • Yoga

CLASSES FOR CHILDREN:

  • Arts & crafts
  • Chamber music
  • Choir
  • Dance
  • Percussion
  • Piano
  • Recorder

WEEK 1 REPERTOIRE

Works for choir and orchestra: 

Morning choir:

  • Handel: Coronation Anthems – No. 1 Zadok the Priest [ LISTEN HERE ]
  • Henry Purcell: Funeral Sentences for Queen Mary – Man that is Born of a Woman [ LISTEN HERE ]
  • Britten: Jubilate Deo [ LISTEN HERE ]
  • Vaughan Williams: O Taste and See, The Old Hundred (all people that on earth do dwell) [ LISTEN HERE ]
  • A. Mozart : Extrait de la Messe du couronnement – Gloria [ LISTEN HERE ]

 

Evening choral workshop:

 

Orchestra:

Download the CAMMAC songbook (compiled by Michel Beauchamp):

DIRECTORS AND TEACHERS 

Whether you have been playing for years or are just beginning, our outstanding teachers are here to help you progress on your musical quest—no matter your age!

To find out more about our teachers, click their photos to read their bios.

Guylaine
Lemaire
Artistic Director

Vincent
Lauzer
Director
Recorder

Léo
Guiollot
Assistant Director
Percussion

Gabrielle
Gaudreault

Choral conductor

Michel
Beauchamp
Guitar

Corinne
Bergeron
Chamber music coordination

Louis-Philippe
Bonin
Intensive saxophone program

Carole Louise
Chabot
Arts & Crafts
for children

Jeanne
Côté
(Violin)
Visual arts
Chamber music

Charles-Éric
Fontaine
(Oboe)
Orchestra
Wind ensemble
Chamber music

Ben
Kwong

Accompaniment Song Masterclass and Choir

Frédéric
Lacroix

Piano
Chamber Music

Catherine
Mathieu
Cello
Chamber music
Active listening

Maurice Perez

Maurice
Perez
Dance for
adults & children

Laura
Pudwell
(Mezzo-soprano)
Vocal technique
Voice masterclass

Brenda-Lee
Wilson

Yoga

David
Yang
Viola
Chamber music

Sandrine
Zuyderhof
Choir for children and teens
Piano for children
Chamber music for children

WEEK 1 – REGISTRATION CLOSED

GENERAL INFORMATION

Arrival: Sunday June 25, 2023 at 4 p.m.
• Rooms will be available beginning at 4 p.m.
• Supper: 6 p.m.
• The program officially begins at 8 p.m.

Departure: Sunday July 3, 2023 after breakfast
• Rooms must be vacated by 9 a.m.

Meal Plans:
• Supper and an evening snack are included on the day of your arrival.
• Breakfast, 3 snacks, lunch, and supper are included from Monday to Saturday.
• Breakfast is included on the day of your departure.

IMPORTANT: Please indicate dietary requirements and food allergies when you register.

Music is the highlight of each and every day at CAMMAC, from the musical wake-up call to evening activities, Check out videos from past years’ camp activities, testimonials, and more!

What to bring?

Click below for a list of useful items to bring for your stay, as well as some additional information you may find helpful.

Are there still a few things you’d like to know?

Click below to access our “Frequently Asked Questions” page. You will find general information on how the camp works, financial issues such as cancellation policy and payment terms, as well as some information on the musical aspect of the programs and the camp.

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS AND PROCEDURES

For a safe and enjoyable stay, we invite you to familiarize yourself with the procedures and protocols surrounding the pandemic situation.

IMPORTANT: Please do not come to CAMMAC if you have symptoms of COVID-19.