WEEK 6: July 30 to August 6, 2023

Music and stargazing at CAMMAC

An eclectic week featuring choral repertoire with a stargazing theme, small vocal ensembles, chamber music, a mini piano-intensive program and more.

It’s a special week for guitarists as well with popular and classical guitar classes available for all levels.

WHAT’S NEW + PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Of special interest to singers and chorists: This will be a great week for singers and chorists, because our faculty includes not one, not two and not three, but FOUR internationally renowned choral directors. Andrew McAnerney (Artistic Director of the Studio de musique ancienne de Montreal), Michel Roberge (chorus master for the Tiroler Landestheater in Innsbruck, Austria), Patricia Abbott (Chorale du Gesù, Chorale de la Commission scolaire English-Montréal, Ensemble Cantivo and Les Voix du Carrefour), and Geneviève Boulanger (recipient of the Ordre du mérite choral from l’Alliance chorale du Québec)

New to choral singing? Two classes are offered this week that will introduce you to the basics of vocal technique and the fundamentals of sight-reading: “Choir 101” and “Music Theory and Solfège” will help you to find out everything you need to know to feel comfortable for your debut.

Mini piano-intensive program with Lucille Ouellette and Amélie Fortin: a wide selection of masterclasses and workshops for pianists of all levels (including beginners). Classical piano is joined by a new addition: popular piano + piano accompaniment to popular songs and arranging.

Mini one-on-one coaching sessions for guitar and piano: if you have a specific question or problem to work out, you’ll be able to benefit from short one-on-one coaching sessions.

Origami workshop for all ages with Hideko Sinto: discover the joys of transforming a piece of paper into a unique work of art as you explore the techniques and cultural context of the traditional Japanese art of origami.

+ An evening of stargazing: discover all about the constellations that light the sky above CAMMAC during a night-time stargazing activity, guided by Trevor Kjorlien, founder of Plateau Astro.

+++ Will the Goddesses of Lake MacDonald make an appearance during Week 6? You’ll have to be here to find out!

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 6 is:
July 3, 2023.

Vocal classes & ensembles:

  • A cappella
  • Choir
  • Choir 101
  • Small vocal ensembles *P*
  • Vocal technique
  • Voice Masterclass *P*

Instrumental ensembles:

  • Chamber music for winds, strings and piano *P*

Instrumental classes:

  • Flute
  • Guitar – Classical and Popular *P*
  • Percussion: World
  • Piano: Intensive program
  • Piano: beginners *P*
  • Piano: intermediate and advanced *P*
  • Recorder

Other classes:

  • Active listening
  • Arts and crafts: origami
  • Dance
  • Music theory and solfège
  • Song arrangement
  • Yoga

CLASSES FOR CHILDREN

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

WEEK 6 REPERTOIRE

Week 6’s choral repertoire draws inspiration from the celestial realm, revolving around the theme of the stars:

Anon: Quem terra pontus ethera
Download the score: CLICK HERE
To listen: CLICK HERE 

Claude Debussy (arr.Wikeley): Nuit d’étoiles
To listen: CLICK HERE

Ēriks Ešenvalds: Stars
To listen: CLICK HERE

Edvard Greig: Ave maris stella
Download the score: CLICK HERE
To listen: CLICK HERE

Kate Rusby (arr. Clements): Underneath the stars
To listen: CLICK HERE 

Jan Pieterzoon Sweelinck: Viri Galilaei
Download the score: CLICK HERE 
To listen: CLICK HERE

Randall Thompson: Choose Something Like a Star
To listen: CLICK HERE

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

Patricia
Abbott
Co-Director
Choral conductor
Small vocal ensembles

Anne Marie Denoncourt

Anne-Marie
Denoncourt
Co-Director
Piano
Voice & choir

Andrew
McAnerney
Choral conductor
Small vocal ensembles

Michel
Roberge
Choral Conductor
Small vocal ensembles

Lucie
Bouchard
Director children’s program
(Flute, recorder)
Chamber music for children

Corinne
Bergeron
Chamber music coordination

Geneviève
Boulanger
Choir for children & teens
Small vocal ensembles
Sectionals

Amélie
Fortin
Piano (classical, popular and for accompaniment)
Song arrangement

Alcina
Chiu

Dance (Nia)

Eulalie
Emeriaud
Recorder

Craig
Girardin
Percussion for children and adults

Isabelle
Héroux
Guitar (classical and popular)

Trevor
Kjorlien

Stargazing Guide

Lisa
Lorenzino

Flute
Musical theory and solfège
Chamber music

Marie-Christine
Poirier
Piano
Chamber music

Geneviève
Proulx
Voice

Hideko
Sinto
Arts and crafts: origami for children and adults

Julie Trudeau
(Cello)
Chamber Music

Brenda-Lee
Wilson
Yoga

WEEK 6 – REGISTRATION CLOSED

GENERAL INFORMATION

Arrival: Sunday July 30, 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 August 6, 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.