The Boston University Tanglewood Institute (BUTI) is recognized internationally as the premiere summer training program for aspiring high school-age musicians and is the only program of its kind associated with one of the world’s great symphony orchestras. Under the guidance of distinguished professionals and in the presence of the Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO), young people devote themselves to an artistic experience without parallel. The high artistic standards, rich culture of learning, and diverse programs make BUTI a unique opportunity for young artists, a starting point on the path to a future in classical music. 

World-renowned saxophonist Kenneth Radnofsky directs the Saxophone Workshop with Assistant Director, Boston University Saxophone Faculty, Dr. Jennifer Bill.  Students will participate in seminars, private lessons, chamber music, solo performances, and master classes.  Seminars will focus on finding and developing musical and artistic expression concurrent with the development of technique and musicianship.

The 2012 Saxophone Workshop will be held June 17-30 and is open to students from ages 14-20. The workshop will cover all aspects of playing including reed selection and adjustment, intonation, practice techniques, recital and audition preparation, modern saxophone techniques, and saxophone quartet performing. The workshop will also address all aspects of saxophone performance, including the study of masterworks by Bach, Glazunov, Creston, Ibert, Albright, Denisov, and Lauba.  In addition, each student will have the opportunity to perform on the family of saxophones: soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophone.

Students each receive weekly private lessons with the workshop director and assistant director as well as individual time with an accompanist. The program will conclude with a saxophone solo and ensemble student recital. Please visit http://www.bu.edu/cfa/tanglewood/  for application instructions and more information.  Students and teachers may also contact Dr. Jennifer Bill for any inquiries.  jbill28@bu.edu

All application materials must be received by Tuesday February 7, 2012.