35th Annual

Christopher Parkening Master Class

July 28th - August 1, 2009

Christopher Parkening will teach his 35th Annual Master Class for Classical Guitarists at Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana July 28th – August 1st, 2009. 

This master class is unique because it offers instructional opportunities to soloists and ensemble performers in an interactive, supportive and friendly atmosphere; guest lecturers teach seminars and workshops covering a wide range of topics; a catered picnic at Bridger Bowl ski area for all master class participants and a guest artist performance by Andrew York.

Students accepted as participants in the master class will receive two lessons on stage with Mr. Parkening and the opportunity to represent the Class of 2009 in a closing concert Saturday, August 1st. 

Registered Auditors of the master class are welcomed and encouraged to participate in all master class events.

The 2009 Master Class Teaching Assistants:

• John Sutherland
  whom Christopher Parkening calls “one of the finest teachers in the U.S.”

Mr. Sutherland will teach private lessons and a 2-part, 3 hour seminar covering “Interpretive Tools” and “Simple Practice Habits.” 

• Scott Bach
  whom Christopher Parkening calls "extremely knowledgeable about guitar sound production"

Mr. Bach will present a seminar entitled Mastering Classical Guitar Sound Production, and will also be available to teach a limited number of private sound production lessons to seminar attendees.

Guest Artist Concert - Andrew York

Andrew York is one of today's most visible and innovative classical guitar composers, winning a GRAMMY with the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet during their sixteen-year partnership. Andrew’s discography includes “California Breeze,” a new recording for Sony Japan, three solo CD's for the GSP label, ten CD’s with the LAGQ on Delos, Sony and Telarc labels, as well as inclusion on Rhino Records “Legends of Guitar” and numerous other compilations.

In film, Andrew shares the stage with artists Eric Johnson, Albert Lee, Doc Watson, and Mason Williams in the documentary “Primal Twang,” written by Dan Crary.

For the last decade, Andrew’s concert touring schedule has spanned more than thirty countries. Recent concerts include Bogotá Columbia, Ankara Turkey and Andrew’s eleventh tour of Japan.

In 2006 Andrew recorded and performed with the Atlanta symphony for the opera “Ainadamar” by Osvaldo Golijov.  The recording of “Ainadamar” (Deutsche Gramophone) won two GRAMMY awards.

York's compositions have been recorded by guitar luminaries John Williams, Christopher Parkening, Scott Tennant and William Kanengiser. As a published composer, York's works appear in print worldwide through Alfred Publications, Hal Leonard, Mel Bay Publications, Guitar Solo Publications, Doberman-Yppan in Canada, Ricordi in London, and in Japan through Gendai and Rittor Music.

Andrew is a virtuoso classical and jazz guitarist; an extremely rare combination.  As a classical guitarist, Andrew received a grant from the Del Amo Foundation for Study in Spain, and as a jazz player studied with Joe Diorio and Lenny Breau. Andrew received his Master of Music degree from University of Southern California, and is the only USC graduate in the school’s history to twice receive the Outstanding Alumni of the Year Award – in 1997 as a member of LAGQ and in 2003 as the sole recipient.

2009 Christopher Parkening Master Class Schedule of Events

Experience Montana!

Bozeman is located one and one-half hours north of Yellowstone National Park and is home to some of the most impressive blue-ribbon rivers in the lower 48 states.  Glacier and Waterton National Parks, with their spectacular mountain scenery and wildlife, are located a few hours drive to the north of Bozeman.  Nestled at the foot of the Gallatin and Bridger mountain ranges, with hiking and camping opportunities just minutes away in Hyalite and Mystic canyons, Montana State University’s location makes participation in the master class a truly inspirational experience.  MSU is also home to a world-class planetarium and dinosaur exhibit at the Museum of the Rockies.

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Enrollment

All applicants for student status must submit an unedited 10-minute DVD recording (this includes former Master Class students).  Exception: former students who were selected to perform in the closing Master Class Student Recital need not submit an audition recording.  Completed applications for student status must be received no later than March 31st, 2009 in order to be considered for the class.  Ensembles (i.e. guitar and flute; guitar and violin, etc.) are welcome to apply for student status.

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Housing

Dormitory-style housing is available to registered master class participants.  The cost is $26.00 per night for a single room and $21.00 per person per night for a shared room.  Housing must be reserved ON-LINE at:

http://www.montana.edu/cs/accommodations.php

The Christopher Parkening Master Class provides a unique experience
for all students and lovers of  the classical guitar.  Mr. Parkening’s masterful teaching technique, the supportive atmosphere of the student and participant body, the congeniality of western hospitality and the spectacular surroundings will inspire and move all participants.
               

To learn more about Christopher Parkening visit:

Christopher Parkening's Web Site

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