VT
Introspection ~ Focus ~ Well Being
A Unique Retreat in Vermont for Cellists
CelloChanWoods is presently the only retreat of its kind. July 17 > July 23, 2023
Now in its 16th year, CCW has a successful track record of creating a multi-faceted
environment conducive to cellistic and artistic transformation. Participants clarify and deepen their personal visions of what it means to be an artist and cellist. At Common Ground Center in Starksboro Vermont, cellists spend seven days and nights exploring issues ranging from physical tension in playing and technical problems, to clarifying musical and artistic goals. Our staff consists of cellists of a very high playing level. They are graduate and doctoral cellists from Juilliard, Indiana (Jacobs) Music School, and the University of Michigan. Participants receive one-on-one mentoring from staff, chamber music coaching, improvisation classes, and daily lessons. Suzanne Smith founder, cellist, and Zen Buddhist teaches mind body integration and how to achieve relaxation in playing.
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The morning talks given by Suzanne set the tone for the days work, followed by beginning meditation and a period of silence. Support in a close knit community contributes greatly to student's willingness to try new things and feel safe in atmosphere of collaboration, not competition. The afternoon schedule includes rest, discussion, practice, chamber music rehearsals, and being in nature. Optional activities include walks, swimming, games, and more. There are two improvisation groups coached by staff that meet daily. At the end of the week, participants perform in a concert for the public.
We welcome you to join us on a unique cellistic adventure.
CCW accepts cellists from age 15 up to adult for summer 2023.
Levels: Intermediate, Advanced, and Very Advanced
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Institution/Business Type:
Arts Camp / Institute (short-term experience)
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Commercial / For profit - Sole proprietorship
Year Founded:
2008
Institution/Business Type:
Arts Camp / Institute (short-term experience)
Legal Status:
Commercial / For profit - Sole proprietorship
Year Founded:
2008
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Music - ChamberAdditional Disciplines:
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ACROSSROADS CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Arts Center
Date: 09/2016-09/2016
Vice President of Across Roads Center For The Arts in Waterbury, VT.
Dharma Drum Retreat Center
Date: 06/2006-06/2006
Master Sheng Yen was a well known Chinese Zen Master who died in 2009. He was my mentor from 1995 until his death.
Sonja Kraus