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COMMENTS on CTEW 2010 ... ALREADY!!!!
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| "I said it before and I'll say it again: CTEW was a fantastic experience! I improved even more than I had in past years, and with Mike at the helm of this great camp, I can only expect it to get better and better!" |
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John Baylies
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High School Participant 2008, 2009 & 2010
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Massachusetts
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| "Everyone at any skill level should attend CTEW. Whether you are a beginner or a highly advanced player about to win a job, there is so much to be learned here. The guest artists are literally world class and it is always an educational experience when you sit down with strangers to make chamber music. Plus the social aspect of the camp is amazing as well. Considering what you spend on a college degree, expensive horns, the price is miniscule, especially when you factor in just how much you are absorbing." |
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Andrew Schwartz
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College Participant 2007, 2008, 2009 & 2010
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Connecticut
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| "Think about a masterclass with a great tuba or euphonium player/teacher. Now add the chance to hear those players perform at an amazing level and give clinics on different aspects of playing the instrument. Multiply that by 5 or so guest artists. Add the chance to listen to other players of all ages and abilities. Add to that the chance to play with said musicians. Throw in some great concerts ranging from jazz and funk to rock and some great original works by Sanae Kanda and you have CTEW. DEFINITELY worth attending!!!" |
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Matthew Lindahl
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College Participant 2008 & 2010
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Maryland
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| "This year, Mike has again outdone all of his previous workshops! He delivered an incredible array of talented guest artists and faculty into an environment that facilitated improving one's playing. The atmosphere was supportive, and my fellow participants were all trying to be better. This is my fourth year attending, and I'm looking forward to next year!" |
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Allen Walker
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Adult Participant 2007, 2008, 2009 & 2010
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Massachusetts
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| "I am continually amazed by the quality of staff and guest clinicians that are assembled for this workshop, the workshop gets bigger and better every year!" |
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Art Leiby
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Adult Participant 2006, 2007, 2008 & 2010
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New Jersey
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| "I went into CTEW with a certain expectation and it turned out to be so much more than I could have ever anticipated. The guest artists were phenomenal and gave great advice. This camp has something to offer for any euphonium/tuba player willing to improve and everyone at the camp had such a great attitude. It was great to see that no matter what the level of ability it is a very welcoming and non-competitive environment and a place for everyone to learn and improve as musicians." |
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Nicole Wright
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College Participant 2010
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Massachusetts
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| "COME TO CTEW!!! I was seriously considering not attending the workshop, but after lots of convincing from Mike and reading the personal statements from previous years, I decided to attend. It was one of the best choices of my tuba career. I learned soooo much and had tons of fun while doing it. PLEASE! If you are even slightly serious about playing, attend this workshop! It is worth the money and the long hours. It is impossible not to learn something and fit in at this workshop. " |
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Megan Ross
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High School Participant 2010
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Pennsylvania
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| "Simply amazing how you can learn so much about your playing and your goals in life at one tuba camp." |
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Carolyn Tillstrom
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High School Participant 2010
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New Jersey
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| "Man, Mike I had a great time, I learned a lot and grew as a musician, as well as made new friends and discovered things about me. I really would like to go again next year." |
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Ryan Quiros
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High School Participant 2010
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Florida
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| "One of a kind!" |
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Bill Meckel
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High School Participant 2010
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Pennsylvania
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| "CTEW is an experience unlike any other. The best parts of a workshop and a conference combine to offer constant playing opportunities and coachings as well as masterclasses, concerts and clinics by some of the best players in our field. But what is most unusual and notable about CTEW is the equality every participant shares with its staff and guest artists. At no time are you intimidated by the fame of the artists who perform for you; they are in fact completely approachable and ready to talk to you, whether about playing or just to pick up a conversation. There's simply nothing better you can do for your playing than attending CTEW." |
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Liam Sheehy
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College Participant 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 & 2010
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Massachusetts
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| "I loved this year at CTEW! I not only learned a lot about playing tuba, but I also learned a lot about life." |
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Tim Rowe
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College Participant 2010
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Pennsylvania
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| "CTEW was awesome again! I learned so much, the staff and guest artists were great, and the whole workshop creates a stress free, friendly environment where everyone is focused on getting better no matter what level they are at." |
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Stephanie Mundel
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High School Participant 2007. 2008, 2009 & 2010
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Massachusetts
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| "The Cosmopolitan Tuba Euphonium Workshop is constantly growing bigger and better every year. 2010 was no exception, and the level of musicianship and professionalism in the participants seems to grow with CTEW every year. It is a real treat to be able to connect with familiar faces during the workshop as well as make new friends who all share a common goal and passion: making music with the tuba and euphonium!!! I would highly recommend CTEW to any aspiring tuba or euphonium student at any age level! With attention to detail and a willingness to participate, improvement is a guarantee!" |
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Patrick Nyren
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College Participant 2006
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Staff Member 2007, 2008, 2009 & 2010
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Texas
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| "CTEW has once again surpassed all expectations that I had coming into the workshop. The masterclasses, clinics, recitals and performances are all of the highest quality and are given by some of today's greatest artists on tuba and euphonium. CTEW fosters a noncompetitive and supportive environment that facilities growth as a musician as well as a great social atmosphere. CTEW has something to offer for players of all ages, and there is no doubt in my mind that everyone left a better player and musician for having come to CTEW. My experiences at CTEW have given me the practical knowledge, motivation, and inspiration to become a better musician on my instrument. I simply couldn’t ask for anything more out of this experience." |
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Stephanie Yehlik
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College Participant 2009 & 2010
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Ohio
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| "This workshop had a profound impact on leading me in the right direction to grow as a musician. The Master classes, guest artists, and performances were inspirational and offered a great deal of insight for the skills and opportunities that I will be able to achieve in the future with hard work and determination." |
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Aaron Staluppi
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College Participant 2010
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New Jersey
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| "I attended CTEW for the first time in 2010. As an adult amateur player, I was apprehensive as to what I could learn from this workshop that would apply to my type of playing. I was impressed with how the content of the workshop can be applied to all levels of playing. The artists were truly masterful in addressing the level of the participants during the masterclasses. There is something for everyone at all levels in this workshop. If anyone has any hesitation about attending for fear that the workshop targets only advanced players, I can tell you from personal experience that this is so untrue. Plan to attend the next CTEW workshop! You will be glad you did." |
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Dana Howe
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Adult Participant 2010
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Vermont
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| C-TEW will make you a better player guaranteed. I was skeptical at first, but totally believe that now. Get solutions for your problems. Thanks Mike! |
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Sarah Snyder
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College Participant 2010
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Delaware
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| "The overall experience was great. Everyone was there to help me, I learned a lot,and had a great time.” |
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Corinne Cannon
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Select 8th Grade Participant 2010
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Connecticut
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| CTEW was much more than I ever would have imagined it to be. You really have to be there in order to see what it is all about. Having world famous musicians teaching you during masterclasses is a once in a great once in a lifetime event that everyone should experience. No matter what your playing level is everyone at CTEW is extremely supportive and no matter what happens at CTEW you will return home a much better player! |
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Daniel McCormick
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College Participant 2010
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New Jersey
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| "CTEW 2010 was an amazing experience. Everything that happens - the playing, the recitals, the clinics and more, is so beneficial, and so much fun that it’s hard to believe. I can’t wait to be there again next year." |
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Matthew Chrostowski
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College Participant 2009 & 2010
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Massachusetts
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MORE COMING VERY SOON!!
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