2 Week Intensive

The Two-Week Intensive is held once a in the last two weeks of August. Courses include: Reading, Music Theory or Percussion Ensemble, Style Sequences for Jazz, Rock, Funk, Afro-Cuban, and Brazilian, and Pro Rhythm Section.

Tuition: $1,500 / Required deposit: $500

Summary of Full-Time Admissions Information & Procedures for The 2 Week Intensive Program

The application for the Two-Week Intensive can be filled out through our Full Time Admissions page. Please select the payment link and pay the application fee. Once payment has been made, you will be re-directed to the application.

APPLICATION FEE
Enrollment in the Two-Week intensive requires a non-refundable application fee of $50. This is a one-time only fee, which applies to all full-time program applications. The application fee can be paid by selecting the payment link on our Full Time Admissions page.

AUDITIONING
An audition is required for all programs. Auditions may be taken in person, by sending an audio recording (no videos please), or by E-mail, via MP3, or zip files. Please review the audition requirements on our web site: www.thecoll.com. Available spots are limited, therefore, it is recommended that you send in your audition material as soon as you can.

TUITION/ DEPOSIT
The tuition for the Two-Week Intensive is $1,500. Once you are accepted to the program, a deposit of $500 is required to reserve your space. The balance of the program fee of $1,000 is payable by the first day of the program.

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT
Drummers need only bring sticks, and bass & guitarists only their instruments. It is recommended that all students bring a personal metronome, headphones, and a recording device.

PROGRAM SUMMARY
The Two-Week Intensive program includes nine instrument specific performance classes in topics ranging from reading and technique, to various contemporary and ethnic styles. The two week period culminates with students performing with a professional rhythm section. A private lesson with a TC faculty member and daily practice time are also included in this program. Class sizes are limited to 5.

2-Week Programs at The Collective usually run from 10 to 5 – Monday through Friday, depending on the specific program.

Mon. 10-12: Individual practice time, 12:30-2:30: Reading, 3-5: Instrumental Technique

Tues. 10-12: Individual practice time, 12:30-2:30: Jazz Performance, 3-5: Funk Performance

Wed. 10-12: Individual practice time, 12:30-2:30: Afro-Cuban Styles, 3-5: Brazilian Styles

Fri. 10-12: Individual practice time, 12:30-2:30: Pro rhythm Section, 3-4: Private Lesson

HOUSING
For short stays of three weeks or less, We recommend the Seafarer’s & International House, which is close by the school. Their contact number is Seafarer’s & International House, 123 east 15th Street
New York, NY 10003, Tel.: 212-677-4800, E-mail: res@sihnyc.org, fax: 212-505-6034

Seafarer’s & International House
123 east 15th street (3 blocks from the school)
New York, NY 10003

Tel.: 212-677-4800
E-mail: res@sihnyc.org
fax: 212-505-6034

PAYMENT OPTIONS
Payment may be made by Credit card, wire transfer, International money order, or with a check drawn on a US bank.