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Brass Band of Battle Creek



Our Classes

2024 High School Brass Band Camp CORNET/TRUMPET

$200

with Michael Garasi

Calendar Jul 8, 2024 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Join us in July 2024! Rehearse and perform side-by-side with BBBC resident conductor Michael Garasi and world-class artists from the Brass Band of Battle Creek!

Activities and Information:

  • Conducted by BBBC Resident Conductor Michael Garasi and BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose.
  • Monday through Friday, July 8-12
  • Daily rehearsals, sectionals, master classes, and Q&A with BBBC musicians.
  • Open to brass and percussion players in grades 9-12 (graduating 2024 seniors are welcome to participate!)
  • Delicious catered meal provided each day.
  • Free end-of-camp public performance on Friday, July 12 at 6:30pm. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

Cost and financial aid:

  • $200 per student for all five days, including meals, instruction, and camp shirt.
  • Discount pricing is available for students residing in Calhoun county. Assistance is also available for families with situations of need. Please call us or see your school band director for details. 

Have questions or need assistance? Please contact BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose at (269)317-9339 or jrose@bbbc.net

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2024 High School Brass Band Camp EUPHONIUM/BARITONE

$200

with Michael Garasi

Calendar Jul 8, 2024 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Join us in July 2024! Rehearse and perform side-by-side with BBBC resident conductor Michael Garasi and world-class artists from the Brass Band of Battle Creek!

Activities and Information:

  • Conducted by BBBC Resident Conductor Michael Garasi and BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose.
  • Monday through Friday, July 8-12
  • Daily rehearsals, sectionals, master classes, and Q&A with BBBC musicians.
  • Open to brass and percussion players in grades 9-12 (graduating 2024 seniors are welcome to participate!)
  • Delicious catered meal provided each day.
  • Free end-of-camp public performance on Friday, July 12 at 6:30pm. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

Cost and financial aid:

  • $200 per student for all five days, including meals, instruction, and camp shirt.
  • Discount pricing is available for students residing in Calhoun county. Assistance is also available for families with situations of need. Please call us or see your school band director for details. 

Have questions or need assistance? Please contact BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose at (269)317-9339 or jrose@bbbc.net

Full Course

2024 High School Brass Band Camp F HORN

$200

with Michael Garasi

Calendar Jul 8, 2024 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Join us in July 2024! Rehearse and perform side-by-side with BBBC resident conductor Michael Garasi and world-class artists from the Brass Band of Battle Creek!

Activities and Information:

  • Conducted by BBBC Resident Conductor Michael Garasi and BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose.
  • Monday through Friday, July 8-12
  • Daily rehearsals, sectionals, master classes, and Q&A with BBBC musicians.
  • Open to brass and percussion players in grades 9-12 (graduating 2024 seniors are welcome to participate!)
  • Delicious catered meal provided each day.
  • Free end-of-camp public performance on Friday, July 12 at 6:30pm. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

Cost and financial aid:

  • $200 per student for all five days, including meals, instruction, and camp shirt.
  • Discount pricing is available for students residing in Calhoun county. Assistance is also available for families with situations of need. Please call us or see your school band director for details. 

Have questions or need assistance? Please contact BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose at (269)317-9339 or jrose@bbbc.net

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2024 High School Brass Band Camp PERCUSSION

$200

with Michael Garasi

Calendar Jul 8, 2024 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Join us in July 2024! Rehearse and perform side-by-side with BBBC resident conductor Michael Garasi and world-class artists from the Brass Band of Battle Creek!

Activities and Information:

  • Conducted by BBBC Resident Conductor Michael Garasi and BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose.
  • Monday through Friday, July 8-12
  • Daily rehearsals, sectionals, master classes, and Q&A with BBBC musicians.
  • Open to brass and percussion players in grades 9-12 (graduating 2024 seniors are welcome to participate!)
  • Delicious catered meal provided each day.
  • Free end-of-camp public performance on Friday, July 12 at 6:30pm. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

Cost and financial aid:

  • $200 per student for all five days, including meals, instruction, and camp shirt.
  • Discount pricing is available for students residing in Calhoun county. Assistance is also available for families with situations of need. Please call us or see your school band director for details. 

Have questions or need assistance? Please contact BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose at (269)317-9339 or jrose@bbbc.net

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2024 High School Brass Band Camp TROMBONE

$200

with Michael Garasi

Calendar Jul 8, 2024 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Join us in July 2024! Rehearse and perform side-by-side with BBBC resident conductor Michael Garasi and world-class artists from the Brass Band of Battle Creek!

Activities and Information:

  • Conducted by BBBC Resident Conductor Michael Garasi and BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose.
  • Monday through Friday, July 8-12
  • Daily rehearsals, sectionals, master classes, and Q&A with BBBC musicians.
  • Open to brass and percussion players in grades 9-12 (graduating 2024 seniors are welcome to participate!)
  • Delicious catered meal provided each day.
  • Free end-of-camp public performance on Friday, July 12 at 6:30pm. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

Cost and financial aid:

  • $200 per student for all five days, including meals, instruction, and camp shirt.
  • Discount pricing is available for students residing in Calhoun county. Assistance is also available for families with situations of need. Please call us or see your school band director for details. 

Have questions or need assistance? Please contact BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose at (269)317-9339 or jrose@bbbc.net

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2024 High School Brass Band Camp TUBA

$200

with Michael Garasi

Calendar Jul 8, 2024 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Join us in July 2024! Rehearse and perform side-by-side with BBBC resident conductor Michael Garasi and world-class artists from the Brass Band of Battle Creek!

Activities and Information:

  • Conducted by BBBC Resident Conductor Michael Garasi and BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose.
  • Monday through Friday, July 8-12
  • Daily rehearsals, sectionals, master classes, and Q&A with BBBC musicians.
  • Open to brass and percussion players in grades 9-12 (graduating 2024 seniors are welcome to participate!)
  • Delicious catered meal provided each day.
  • Free end-of-camp public performance on Friday, July 12 at 6:30pm. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

Cost and financial aid:

  • $200 per student for all five days, including meals, instruction, and camp shirt.
  • Discount pricing is available for students residing in Calhoun county. Assistance is also available for families with situations of need. Please call us or see your school band director for details. 

Have questions or need assistance? Please contact BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose at (269)317-9339 or jrose@bbbc.net

Full Course

2024 Middle School Brass Band Camp CORNET/TRUMPET

$125

with Jerry Rose

Calendar Jul 15, 2024 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Join us in July 2024! - A 3-day experience designed to introduce middle school brass and percussion students to the joy of playing in a brass band, led by players and staff from the world- renowned Brass Band of Battle Creek.

Activities and Information:

  • Conducted by BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose
  • July 15-17 (Monday through Wednesday) at Marshall High School
  • Fun music! Sectionals, rehearsals, skill sessions, and side-by-side performance with BBBC musicians.
  • Delicious catered meal and snacks provided each day.
  • 9am to 4pm Monday and Tuesday, Noon-7:30pm Wednesday
  • Supportive, low-pressure environment designed for students with 1 to 3 years of playing experience.
  • Daily transportation provided as needed for students from Battle Creek Public Schools and Albion.
  • Free end-of-camp public performance on Wednesday, July 17 at 6:30pm. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

Cost and financial aid:

  • $125 per student for all three days, including meals, instruction and camp t-shirt. 
  • Discount pricing is available for students residing in Calhoun county.
  • Assistance is also available for families with situations of need.
  • Please call us or see your school band director for discount and assistance details. 

Have questions or need more information? Please contact BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose at (269)317-9339 or jrose@bbbc.net

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2024 Middle School Brass Band Camp EUPHONIUM/BARITONE

$125

with Jerry Rose

Calendar Jul 15, 2024 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Join us in July 2024! - A 3-day experience designed to introduce middle school brass and percussion students to the joy of playing in a brass band, led by players and staff from the world- renowned Brass Band of Battle Creek.

Activities and Information:

  • Conducted by BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose
  • July 15-17 (Monday through Wednesday) at Marshall High School
  • Fun music! Sectionals, rehearsals, skill sessions, and side-by-side performance with BBBC musicians.
  • Delicious catered meal and snacks provided each day.
  • 9am to 4pm Monday and Tuesday, Noon-7:30pm Wednesday
  • Supportive, low-pressure environment designed for students with 1 to 3 years of playing experience.
  • Daily transportation provided as needed for students from Battle Creek Public Schools and Albion.
  • Free end-of-camp public performance on Wednesday, July 17 at 6:30pm. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

Cost and financial aid:

  • $125 per student for all three days, including meals, instruction and camp t-shirt. 
  • Discount pricing is available for students residing in Calhoun county.
  • Assistance is also available for families with situations of need.
  • Please call us or see your school band director for discount and assistance details. 

Have questions or need more information? Please contact BBBC Education Director Jerry Rose at (269)317-9339 or jrose@bbbc.net

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