
International Course
in Spanish Music
The USC School of Music and the Study Abroad Office
are pleased to announce the third season of the International
Course in Spanish Music. This intensive course will be offered
in the beautiful Sierra Guadarrama region north of Madrid, Spain,
at the Abbey of the Holy Cross (seminar center). A select group
of vocalists, guitarists, and pianists will receive expert instruction
in Spanish and Latin-American repertoire from an internationally
recognized faculty. Course director Dr. Helen Tintes will prepare
participants with a pre-trip seminar on Spanish culture, music,
and history and is also available for repertoire consultation.
The two-week Spanish experience includes classes, concerts, and
excursions to Segovia, Toledo and Salamanca, culminating in a gala
concert by course participants. Participants will also spend three
days in Madrid. Click here to see pictures
of the 2006-2007 trips.
Date: June 30-July 13, 2008 (arrival
in Madrid on June 28)
Credit: 1-3 variable credits (undergraduate
and graduate credit through USC), 1 credit mandatory
Location: Abbey of the Holy Cross
(seminar center with double rooms, private bath, and all meals
included); Madrid, Spain (double rooms with breakfast). Single
rooms are available with surcharge.
Director: Dr.
Helen Tintes, assistant professor of voice, USC School of
Music
Click here for Helen Tintes'
Website
Instruction: International faculty
of bilingual artist-teachers, private lessons, master classes,
and seminars
Cost: $2,500 (program fee subject
to change) includes lessons, concerts, lodging, most meals, excursions,
and bus transfers. Tuition credit and airfare are not included.*
Requirements: Undergraduate and
graduate level vocalists, pianists, and guitarists; live or taped
auditions. Auditors are welcome.
Application: Click
here to download the online Application or contact Dr. Helen
Tintes, School of Music, University of South Carolina, 813 Assembly
St., Columbia, SC 29208;
Web: www.music.sc.edu
Checks or money orders are to be made out to USC
School of Music Spanish Music Course
Registration Codes: Click
here to link to the Registrar's page with the registration codes
Phone: 803-777-3654
E-mail: htintes@mozart.sc.edu
Deadline: February 1, 2008. Nonrefundable
deposit of $350 is due with application.
Scholarships and Assistance: The
USC Study Abroad Office assists students with applying to study
abroad programs, arranging financial aid, applying for scholarships,
and pre-departure planning. The office also provides support for
students while they're abroad and when they return to campus. To
learn more about study abroad opportunities at USC, contact the
Study Abroad office.
Study Abroad Office
International Programs for Students
University of South Carolina
119 Byrnes Building
Columbia, SC 29208
Phone: 803-777-7557
Fax: 803-777-7559
Email: scabroad@gwm.sc.edu
Web: www.sa.sc.edu
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