Author: do
Date: 2009-04-11 10:24
Hi JTClarinet--
The Buffet Academy is awesome. Its basically a lesson per day with incredible clarinetists from across the US and one from abroad. Last year, they were all very friendly and genuinely helpful. Overall, it was a welcoming program. All of the participants are on the same team and the administration from Buffet creates a very inclusive atmosphere. The accommodations were wonderful- private rooms/practice rooms for everyone, there was always enough food and variety enough that vegetarians/picky eaters didn't have to go hungry.
The days there are pretty busy, but there is ample time for practicing and socializing. I think that pretty much each day had a lesson, a master class, and a concert with other stuff thrown in.
Not much to complain about it. I think its especially helpful if you are interested in pursuing clarinet in college because it brings together the faculty from some of the top universities so you get to meet a number of potential teachers on one trip. If you are able to go, its definitely worth the money.
Hope this helps.
:)
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