Beginners and intermediates for Violin, Viola-Kontra (Brácsa), Double Bass and Accordion will learn music from Bonchida.

Advanced classes will have the opportunity to learn Bonchida and/or Szászcsávás music. Participants may have the opportunity to learn more than one instrument if time and scheduling permits.

Check in from 9.00am on Monday 12 April. First class commences 10.00am.

Check out for music camp is 10.00am on Thursday 15 April.

All musicians will need to supply their own instrument, unless prior arrangements have been made.

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There will be a comprehensive children’s program conducted each morning and afternoon for the 3 days of the music camp. The program will include a variety of Hungarian cultural aspects, including music, song, dance, customs, arts and crafts, language and games. The programs will be aimed for children between 6 and 12 years of age. Children who are unable to remain focused in a class setting must have a parent/guardian present to ensure the instructors can focus on delivering the program.

The cost of the children’s program including accommodation and catering is the same as the music seminar. Families wishing to access the children’s program without accommodation or catering will be $150 per child (under 12).

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There will be two different dances taught during the dance camp, Bonchida and Szászcsávás, both coming from Transylvania. Classes will not only cover dance steps and style but also singing and cultural content from each region. All dancers are required to wear suitable footwear (dance shoes or boots). All women are expected to wear a ‘below the knee’ length skirt.

Camp days 1 & 2

• Casual pace teaching: Szászcsávás - Hungarian style, mostly couple dance ’csárdás’

• Fast/advanced paced teaching: Bonchida – Román style

Camp days 3 & 4

• Casual pace teaching: Bonchida – Hungarian style

• Fast/advanced paced teaching: Szászcsávás - Gypsy style

Participants will be able to select which class they attend, however are encouraged to select the class suitable for their experience and learning style. Participants may attend 4 days of Bonchida, 4 days of Szászcsávás or 2 days of each dance at the level suitable for them.

Check in from 4.00pm on Wednesday 14 April. First class commences 10.00am Thursday 15 April.

Check out for dance camp is 10.00am on Monday 19 April.

Meet the band and the teachers!