Join us for Morag Northey’s week-long, immersive, solo & cello chamber music camps – a magical summer string learning experience for cellists of all ages and stages!
Cello camps
WITH
Morag Northey
Four weeks of
inspiring,
focused,
informative
and fun
cello camps!
July & August 2024
Cello Camp with Morag Northey is celebrating its twentieth year!
I am blessed to offer these camps and always impressed with the connection gained with our instruments, ourselves and each other.
Working with peer groups (whether through age, stage or instrument) is irreplaceably powerful – enough can not be said.
The focused time we get together in the studio, nature or on the playground, enlivens our willingness to take new things on, to explore and deepen our practice. The lively conversations and games during snack and lunch times encourages our sense of belonging – we are a pretty neat ensemble!
D & E Camps include mini solo lessons, music/sight-reading, cello chamber, masterclasses, piano accompaniment and an end of the week showcase.
A & C Camps include a balanced ensemble program that we will learn together and perform for friends at week’s end AND, of course, there is always the evening social time!
Please share if you need accommodation during your choices as I do have space – details we can work out together.
I welcome you to my studio and am excited to work with you this summer!
CAMP A
ADULT (17 & up)
Good Vibrations Adult Ensemble Camp (week 1)
JULY 1-5
6:30 – 9 pm
CAMP B
Personal Intensive
JULY 8-12
CAMP C
ADULT (17 & up)
Good Vibrations Adult Ensemble Camp (week 2)
JULY 8-12
6:30 – 9 pm
CAMP D
INTERMEDIATE/SENIOR & ADULT
Jedi Intensive
AUGUST 5-9
9 am – 5 pm
CAMP E
YOUNG, JUNIOR AGES 5-9
Wonderkids
Cello Camp
AUGUST 12-16
9 am – 4 pm
Private Lessons
WEEK 1
July 1-5
CAMP A: ADULT GOOD VIBRATIONS ENSEMBLE CAMP | WEEK 1
Ages: 17 & up
Cost: $250
Daily: 6:30 – 9 pm
Recital: July 5 – 7:30 – 8:30 pm
The Good Vibrations adult cello camps will honour and amplify each cellist’s abilities. As a well-seasoned multi-level class instructor, I will ensure that you experience a collaborative environment where you can engage in solo, masterclass, and chamber music sessions. Each class is thoughtfully designed to cater to your unique individual and group dynamics, providing an enriching and tailored experience for every participant. Join us to elevate your cello skills and enjoy the vibrant musical journey.
Morag is one of the most passionate, unique, sensitive and expressive musicians I have ever encountered in all my years. I came to her to study the cello and my eyes were opened up to new worlds of possibilities in music practice and performance born first from inner peace. When you hear her cello voice, you will be truly touched.”
– Bruce Hildesheim, B. Mus., Juilliard School
WEEK 2
July 8-12
CAMP B – PERSONAL INTENSIVE
Are you an advanced cellist looking to elevate your skills to the next level? I am offering an exclusive ‘Personal Intensive’ session designed just for you. Over the course of five consecutive days, you’ll engage in 2.5 hours of daily one-on-one interaction with me—2 hours dedicated to rigorous teaching and 30 minutes for in-depth discussions. This focused, immersive experience is perfect for those preparing for a major project, a concert deadline, or the upcoming fall Academy session.
Due to the customized nature of these intensives, I will adjust my schedule to accommodate you, whether you’re available at the end of July or the end of August. Act quickly to secure your spot. This concentrated effort will provide a substantial boost to your technique and personal musical journey. Let’s embark on this intensive path together and achieve your cello goals!
CAMP C – ADULT GOOD VIBRATIONS ENSEMBLE CAMP | WEEK 2
Ages: 17 & up
Cost: $250
Daily: 6:30 – 9 pm
Recital: July 12 – 7:30 – 8:30 pm
The Good Vibrations Adult Cello Camps are dedicated to honoring and enhancing each cellist’s unique talents. With my extensive experience in teaching multi-level classes, I will guide you through a collaborative journey that includes solo performances, masterclasses, and chamber music sessions. Each class is custom-designed to fit the individual and group needs, ensuring a personalized and enriching experience for all participants. Join us for a second week of musical growth and camaraderie, where your cello skills will be nurtured and celebrated!
“Morag is an inspiration! Her ability to motivate and encourage students is so refreshing. One can really tell that she loves the children and has a real passion for what she does. We love to sit in her studio and observe her working her magic with other students when we get to lessons early. We enjoy it so much that we have often said that we could be flies on her wall all day listening to all the wisdom and teaching that she has to impart! We look forward to lessons every week and it is a reprieve at the end of a long week!”
– Melissa Chung
WEEK 3
AUGUST 5-9
camp D: JEDI Intermediate/Senior & Adult Intensive Camp
ADVANCED INTENSIVE
Limit: 7 cellists
Cost: $500
Daily: 9 am – 5 pm
Recital: August 9 – 3:30-5 pm
The Jedi Cello camp is designed for Intermediate & Senior cellists wishing to take their playing to a higher level and prepare new works for the upcoming Fall Season.
Cellists will study and perform one of their pieces by week’s end. Each cellist will receive a daily private lesson as well as collaborate in a technique, chamber and master class and have two opportunities to work with the collaborative pianist Mary Buckley (see bio below).
To balance the exciting intensity of these musical pursuits, there will be complimentary unstructured time such as daily trips to the three parks in the area & supportive opportunities such as stretching, practice and performance psychology, and nature time.
About Mary Buckley
MARY BUCKLEY – PIANO ACCOMPANIST
Mary was an elementary classroom teacher and music specialist for more than thirty years. Accompanying has also been an important part of her musical activities. She directed and accompanied her own elementary school choirs throughout her teaching career.
At present she is the accompanist for the choir at St Gerard’s Catholic Church, and has accompanied for Mount Royal Kantorei since 2013. Mary enjoys the opportunity to enrich her musical experiences through learning new and challenging music with Mount Royal Kantorei.
WEEK 4
AUGUST 12-16
CAMP E – WONDERKIDS young/junior cello camp
Ages: 5 – 9
Limit: 8-10 cellists
Cost: $250
Daily: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Recital: July 16, 2:30-4:00 pm
This camp is designed for beginning through junior level cellists who wish to be part of a wonderful immersion into all that is cello. Each day they will experience solo lessons, technique, masterclass, and chamber classes and have two opportunities to work with the collaborative pianist Mary Buckley. They will enjoy creative play and unstructured time at one of three nearby parks.
More opportunity to study with Morag:
Summer Lessons – book now!
July 1-5 Full Week M-F
availability: 12:30-4:00 pm
July 8-12 Full Week M-F
availability: 12:30-4:00 pm
July 30-Aug 1
availability: 12:30-4:00 pm
Aug 20-22
availability: 12:30-4:00 pm
Interview with student Laurie Stalker
Interview with Isaac & Amanda Woollends