A seasonal music camp for adults - DASC leads the way as a non-competitive, non-auditioned, educational orchestra for adult string players.
Denver Adult Strings Camp
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The Holiday Session is
Here!
Join us for casual and fun drop-in rehearsals through the month of December! We will play a mixed selection of winter and holiday music for string instruments under the direction of a local Colorado music educator. While there will be performance opportunities available to join, these drop-in rehearsals are meant as a fun, low-pressure way to play music with your community. Feel free to come to just one date or attend them all! Participating in performances is not required and, as always,
no audition necessary. ​
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2024-25 Programming Announced!
​​​​The Holiday Sessions 2024: December 1, December 8, December 17, December 22nd.
Casual, drop-in programming focused on fun, holiday music, and community outreach. Come to just one date or all of them!
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Spruce Ensemble & Quartet Program
Options for our foundational Spruce Ensemble program intended for novice players looking for an introduction to playing in orchestra. Quartet programming will be available for advanced and intermediate players. Estimated time: March-early May
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Large Summer Program: Beginning the week of June 16th; concert will be July 11, 12, or 13.
Large group orchestra programming for beginning, intermediate, and advanced players.
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Drop-in Workshops
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Curious if you're at the right level to participate? Check our minimum suggested skills HERE.
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Drop-in workshops are here! These workshops have been booked based on YOUR survey answers over the last few years. These workshops are one-off and open to the public - whether you have attended camp before or not, come on out!
Keep an eye out for more! If you have a workshop in mind that you would really like to see, please email your suggestion to dascsymphony@gmail.com or submit a contact form through this website. Thanks!
Previous Workshops:
Group Improv with Andy Reiner
Fiddle Techniques with Josie Quick
Beginning and Developing Vibrato with Linda Bolander
Fiddling with Nicolette Andres
Drum Circle with Prasad Katz
Instrument Luthiery and History with Denver Violins
Instrument Repair and Maitenance with Kevin Halbrooks
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
"I had not played my -or any - violin for more than 30 years. I’m so happy that DASC started since I’ve been able to return to playing. It’s so much fun! I’ve met great people, and I’ve gained a lot of confidence in my playing. No matter what your level is, there is a place for you in the DASC community."
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"I walked into my first DASC with just about one year of musical experience after deciding to learn the violin as an adult. That first session was terrifying - but instead of finding judgement, I found support, kindness, patience, and camaraderie throughout the camp. Four sessions later, DASC continues to be a place of self-growth, personal accomplishment, and a lot of silly, low-pressure FUN! While I have certainly grown as a violinist through DASC, I have most loved the simple, magical experience of playing music with other people."
- Ashley R.
"Denver Adult Strings Camp has been a wonderful addition to my life. As a four-week intensive camp, it's just enough time to dive back into playing with a group without it being too much of a commitment outside of work and family. I appreciate the emphasis on learning, improvement, and fun for adults seeking a community that want to play in a symphony without the added stress or pressure of auditions or competition."
"My violin languished lonely and quiet for four decades after I finished high school. I had always enjoyed playing, especially in an orchestra, but once you become an adult there are few opportunities to play with others if you're not a professional or have a "day job". Finding DASC re-ignited my love for my instrument and joining others in making music. The support and encouragement from Sarah and the professional musicians working with DASC is amazing! Through DASC, I've made friends, felt pride in my performance, and embarked on taking lessons again. You know you want to join DASC! Lean in and make music!"
-Michele H.
"I loved the music selections, and there was such an accepting and patient atmosphere that somehow I was not nervous in the least at our performance. I very much appreciated how organized the entire endeavor was, and there was great communication from Sarah."
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