Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the CMP Summer Workshop?
A: While CMP originated as a planning process for teachers of performing band, choir, and orchestra ensembles, it now includes K-12 general music teachers and studio teachers of any instrument. The workshop includes presentation of the CMP planning model and examples of CMP applied to rehearsals as well as interest sessions related to current issues in music education.
Q: What can I expect to learn and experience at the workshop?
A: This and much more....
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Q: How do I register for the workshop?
Q: Can I earn graduate credit?
A: Absolutely! Participants earn three graduate credits through VanderCook College of Music. Participants can also choose to receive 35 professional development hours instead of graduate credit.
Q: Where is the workshop hosted?
A: Our 2024 summer workshop will be held at Rotolo Middle School in Batavia.
Q: Is housing offered?
A: Yes! Housing for this year's workshop will be at the Holiday Inn Aurora-North Naperville (10-15 minutes from Rotolo Middle School). Discounted rates of $109 per night plus tax are available from Tuesday, June 18th through Saturday, June 22nd (must book by June 5th). Click here to book a room. Past participants have found it highly valuable to stay nearby, in order to immerse themselves in the CMP experience, network with colleagues, and focus on building their skills as a CMP educator. Optional social opportunities will also be provided outside of the workshop hours.
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Q: How do meals work?
A: Participants can purchase an optional meal plan for $50 that will cover Thursday lunch/dinner, Friday lunch/dinner, and Saturday lunch. Participants can also choose to bring their own meals.
Q: What is the schedule for the workshop?
A: Sessions will run 9:00am-9:00pm Thursday/Friday and 9:00am-3:00pm Saturday. Time is built into the schedule for participants to have time to work on, plan, grab a cup of coffee, etc.
Participants will also have a 90-minute virtual meeting with their small group the week before the workshop (exact times to be determined).
Participants will also have a 90-minute virtual meeting with their small group the week before the workshop (exact times to be determined).
Q: What are the refund policies?
A: Cancellation can be made before June 1st, with a full refund minus $50 processing fee. After June 1st, no refunds will be offered.
Q: What should I bring to the workshop?
A: Participants should bring scores for three selections. Please make a PDF of each selection for possible use throughout the week. Good repertoire can make your week at CMP an even richer experience—it is at the heart of what we do all week. Although we will spend quite a bit of time discussing what makes a good piece of music, if you have brought high quality music with you, you will begin the week that much further ahead. When in doubt, bring more pieces—the more music you have with you, the more chance that you’ll find a great piece to study. You will need a laptop computer or tablet device with internet, email, and word processing software. Instrumentalists and any singers who also play an instrument should bring them for our "demonstration rehearsals.”
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Q: What should I do before the workshop begins to prepare?
A: Your small group instructor from the CMP committee will be in touch with you with resources in preparation for the workshop.
Any additional questions?
Please contact Matt Sheppard at [email protected].