Music

Faculty Organizer:

Ramez G. Chagoury Faculty of Architecture, Arts, and Design (FAAD)

 

Duration:

3 Days

Location:

Main Campus - FAAD Building, Music Rooms, Floor 3, Rooms 3, 21, 22, and 25

Start Date:

July 2, 2024

End Date:

July 4, 2024

 
Overview:

The Music Summer Camp aims to:
- Foster Skill Development: focusing on various musical skills such as instrument playing, vocal techniques, music theory, solfeggio, and improvisation.
- Explore Diverse Musical Genres: including classical, jazz, pop, rock, folk, world music, and experimental music.
- Explore Musical Instruments: Providing hands-on opportunities for exploration and learning.
- Delve into Cultural and Historical Perspectives: Examine the cultural and historical contexts of various musical traditions, composers, and musical movements through lectures, discussions, and listening sessions.

Daily Schedule:

Start Time: 2:00 PM

End Time: 6:00 PM

Suggested Program:

Day 1:

- 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Workshop Registration and Welcome  
- 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Introduction to Workshop and Icebreaker Activity  
- 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Skill Development - Instrument Playing Basics  
- 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Skill Development - Vocal Techniques  
- 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Music Theory Fundamentals  
- 5:00 PM - 5:15 PM: Break  
- 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM: Group Discussion - Reflection and Q&A  

Day 2:

- 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Exploring Classical Music: History and Characteristics - PPT  
- 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Listening to Music from Different Eras + Analysis  
- 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Jazz Music: Origins and Techniques - Listening  
- 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Pop Music: Evolution and Styles / Introduction to Rock and Folk Music - Listening  
- 4:00 PM - 4:15 PM: Break  
- 4:15 PM - 4:45 PM: Instrument Workshop Session  
- 4:45 PM - 5:15 PM: Vocal / Solfeggio Session  
- 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM: Group Discussion - Reflection and Q&A

Day 3:

- 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Cultural Perspectives - Exploring World Music Traditions  
- 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Music Theory Fundamentals, Harmony, Solfeggio Session  
- 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Introduction to Great Composers - Masters of Different Eras - Music Style - Listening  
- 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Listening Sessions - Analyzing Musical Pieces from Different Eras  
- 4:00 PM - 4:15 PM: Break  
- 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM: Introduction to Majors at the Department of Music and Encouraging Students to Select NDU for Their University Journey
- 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM: Reflection Session and Farewell  

 

Participants:

Open to school students in Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12.

 

Outcome:

This activity will help participants in identifying their preferred music major or concentration for university, as they gain exposure to various musical styles, techniques, and instruments. This exposure will facilitate informed decision-making.  

Trainer:

Joy Hakmeh is a part-time faculty member at Notre Dame University-Louaize (NDU). She earned her master’s degree in Musicology from NDU and is accomplished as both a pianist and a classical/pop singer. Since 2016, she has been teaching the MUS 210 LAC course at the Department of Music, demonstrating consistent activity and reliability.

Certificate of Completion:

Upon successfully completing the camp, participants will receive a certificate of attendance. 

Fees and Payment:

The fee for the camp is USD 90. Payment is required at the NDU Business Office in Zouk Mosbeh before June 24, 2024, or via online payment as decided by the University.

Contact Information:

Dolcy Lawoun, Chairperson, Department of Music

Email: dlawoun@ndu.edu.lb 

Telephone: +961 3 275 960 

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