About Our Annual Saxophone and Woodwind Workshop

 The TRSQ will be sponsoring our 22nd annual saxophone and woodwind workshop next summer at California University of PA from June 28th - July 2nd,  2012.

If you would like to see a daily schedule click here.

This five day workshop is designed to expose saxophonists, clarinetists, flutists, and double reed players to a broad spectrum of musical experiences, including saxophone/woodwind performance in all styles, literature, plus provide study of reeds, mouthpieces and instrument repair and maintenance. You will be able to experience playing in small and large ensembles, private lessons, big band section playing, jazz improvisation classes and jam sessions. In addition there will be exhibits by local music stores. You will be able to purchase music, accessories, gifts and mouthpieces. Come prepared. The University is located about 50 miles south of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Come and enjoy making music and new friends.

 This workshop is open to all saxophone & woodwind enthusiasts from middle school students to senior citizens. A typical group will include students, teachers, amateurs and professionals. Pennsylvania Teachers attending the entire workshop can earn up to 40 act 48 hours. You can print out an Act 48 Registration form here and send it in. Click here to read about our regular faculty. 

Click on our Form Page to select and print out the proper registration or scholarship form.

Registration & Cost

 The cost of the five day workshop is $525.00. This includes your room and board and tuition for the workshop. If you wish to arrive and register on Sunday the 26th of June, you will need to include an extra $45.00. You can print the registration form and send it with your payment. If you are interested in completing a scholarship application you can print one out here.

 You can print out a brochure or flyer by clicking on the link. If you would like to receive a brochure/registration form through the mail,  please email your request to: galluzzomr@mac.com

Or you could write or phone to the below address:

 Highlights Include

Private lessons - small ensembles - large ensembles

Jazz improvisation - master classes - recitals

Theory classes - instrument repair - videos - recordings - exhibits

Pizza party - campus activities - sports - jam sessions

Making music and friends - having a great time

Our past guest artists include:

Donald Sinta, Brother Rick Mansfield, Eric Kloss, Mike Tomaro, Dale Underwood, Chris Vadala, Ralph Lalama,  Fred Hemke, Nick Brignola, Doug & Wendy Pullen, James Houlik, Phil Woods, John Sampen, Dr. Keith Young, John Price, Jim Pybus, The Burgh Big Band, Marino Galluzzo, Ernie Watts, James Umble, Jerry Bergonzi, Lynn Klock, Mark Colby & Joseph Murphy.

Donations and Contributions

We have had many private individuals donate to our workshop each year. Some like to give scholarships and others prefer to have the money used for other needs. If  you would like to donate or contribute to the woodwind workshop you can click on the link and print out the donation form. You can specify the amount you would like to donate and also how you would like your money to be used.

Yes, I would like to donate!

Your donation can now be tax deductable. Through our partnership with QM Productions you can make a tax deductible contribution to the Three Rivers Saxophone Quartet. Click on the QM link above and select the Donations page from the top menu items.  The Donations page link will take your right there. Make your check out to QM Productions, Inc and mention that your donation is to be directed to the Three Rivers Saxophone Quartet.

Three Rivers Saxophone Quartet

2988 West Liberty Ave

Pittsburgh PA  15216

412-306-0498

fax: 412-306-0499

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