Smith Walbridge Directors Clinic: A Retrospective
Date
July 11-July 14, 2023
Course Code
6313 for one graduate credit and 6323 for two graduate credits
Credits
1 or 2 Graduate Credits
Tuition
$180 for one credit or $360 for two credits due in full with registration.
Course Description
Smith Walbridge Directors Clinic
The Directors Marching Band Clinic is comprehensive and covers a wide variety of topics designed to expand knowledge and skills for band directors of all styles and sizes of ensembles. The curriculum is appropriate for young directors looking for a “grassroots” resource, or for seasoned directors looking for new ideas.
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- Date and Location: July 11th-14th on the campus of Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL (in-person only).
- The Directors clinic is taught by active and retired band directors that have accomplished much success in their field. Gary E. Smith heads this clinic with a lifetime of experiences and true know-how.
- Because the Directors Clinic takes place during our first week of SWC Illinois, Directors will be exposed to all aspects of our marching band clinics. Learn fundamentals from our Color Guard, Drumline & Front Ensemble and Section Leader Clinics.
- Cost: $395 (includes all housing, meals, instruction), or $290 (includes instruction and lunch/dinner during clinic duration).
- More info and registration at https://www.swclinics.com/directors
Earn Graduate Credit through VanderCook College of Music
1. Students must attend 12.5 clock hours of lectures/discussions and lab time for one semester hour of credit.
2. Prior to the clinic, students will receive access to Schoology (VanderCook’s LMS) on July 10, 2023, at 12:00 pm (Noon, CT).
3. All materials and uploads must be completed and submitted by Monday, July 31, 2023.
Educators seeking credit must also register with Smith Walbridge. For more information and registration, please visit the Smith Walbridge webpage. MECA pricing does not include any fees associated with Smith Walbridge Directors Clinic.
For additional information, please contact us at: [email protected].