Introducing Camp MMW Camp MMW is in the intimate setting of a beautiful Catskill Mountain resort. You and a select group will gather together for five days of intensive workshops and seminars, deep listening, musical exploration, and improvisation. No matter what instrument you play, you will expand your approach to music, improve your listening skills, and interact with other musicians in a completely fresh, innovative way. You’ll break with convention, bust out of your safety zone, and dare to try new things. Think of it as musical cross training. You might be a guitarist, and study melody with keyboardist, John Medeski. Or a horn player that works on mastering rhythm with drummer, Billy Martin. Maybe you’re a pianist that wants to develop your groove with bassist, Chris Wood. There will be special guests, group collaborations, and, of course, exclusive performances by MMW. In the anything-goes, non-traditional atmosphere of Camp MMW, you’ll be encouraged to experiment, test your limits, take risks, and enjoy newfound freedom in the process. 80,000 acres of New York State’s Catskill Mountain wilderness is the backdrop to the collective creative energy of Camp MMW. You’ll be staying at the lovely Full Moon Resort, which features charming accommodations in either their turn-of-the-century Catskill country inn known as the Valley View House, or one of seven lodges, cabins, or cottages. The Valley View House is the center of activities at Camp MMW, and offers cozy and comfortable common areas, including a wrap-around sun porch, library and the main dining room. To maintain the spirit of discovery, rooming with friends/family/romantic partners is not permitted (although some exceptions may apply), and you will be paired with a same-sex roommate(s). As a Camp MMW guest, you’ll be provided with organic, gourmet meals each day, access to Full Moon’s spring-fed, Olympic size swimming pool, hiking trails, meadows, and the Esopus Creek. A typical day at Camp MMW begins with a buffet breakfast with your fellow “campers”, and the band, from 8AM to 9AM, followed by a Master Class/Seminar with MMW at 9:30AM. At Noon, you’ll break for a buffet lunch, from 12:15 to 1:15PM, followed by some free time until 2:45, when everyone breaks up into groups for workshops with individual band members and special guests. At 6:00, everyone gathers for a seated dinner, followed by the evening’s event, which might be a performance and jam sessions, or a film and discussion, a bonfire, a dance party, or who knows what! You’ll share most of your meals with John, Billy, and Chris, and participate in fun and exciting activities together throughout the week. Camp MMW runs from Tuesday, August 5th, to Sunday, August 10th, and is for musicians ages 16 and up. Getting there from anywhere Closest airports: Albany, NY (Albany International Airport), Newburgh, NY (Stewart International Airport) From Albany and Points North: Take New York State Thruway (87) South towards New York City. Get off at Exit 19, Kingston (see below) From New York City and Points South: Take the New York State Thruway (87) North to Exit 19 (Kingston). Take Route 28 West (toward Pine Hill.) Travel approximately 30 miles on Route 28 West to Big Indian/Oliverea. You will pass two billboards for Full Moon Resort as you get near the resort. Turn left onto County Route 47 (just after a brown sign on Route 28 which says Oliverea 3 miles). Proceed 5 miles on Route 47. Full Moon is on the right. How to apply To get in to Camp MMW, you must apply. Space is limited to 80 students, and applications are due by May 1, 2008. Early applicants may qualify for our early acceptance program (limit 40 students). Prerequisites: • This is a program for musicians, of varying levels. You will be required to submit 2 samples of music (one solo piece) in MP3 format. Original music preferred. • ALL instruments welcome, with an interest in creating variety! • You must be at least 16 years of age to apply. • Most importantly: an open mind! Pricing + Fees: • Total program cost is $1750.00, which includes: 5 nights accomodations at Full Moon Resort; organic, gourmet meals; 4 full days of lessons and programs; plus evening events, performances, etc.. • If you are accepted, a 50% deposit within 7 days of notification will be required to hold your space, with total balance due by June 2, 2008. • If you cancel on or before June 2, all deposits paid will be refunded minus a $250.00 cancellation fee. For cancellations between June 3 – July 1, 50% of all deposits paid will be refunded. No refunds for cancellations after July 1. Please understand we have an enormous financial responsibility to the facility, and our staff, and we have invested significantly into assembling information, infrastructure, and the application process. Please only apply if you are fully committed in your heart, mind, body, and wallet. • If space is available, late applications will be considered. The program cost for late registration is $2,000.00. Submissions: You must submit your application along with music samples in MP3 format. We encourage everyone to get applications in early. Remember: the deadline for submissions is May 1, 2008! Camp MMW is full. We are not accepting any more applications.