FAC SUMMER ARTS INTENSIVE

The Fine Arts Center Summer Arts Intensive is a four-day program designed to help prepare students for the Fine Arts Center curriculum. The program runs from June 2-5, 2025 at the
Fine Arts Center – 102 Pine Knoll Drive, Greenville.

Summer Arts Intensive

The program is geared toward students who:

  1. Have a strong interest in the arts and want to deepen their skills,
  2. AND are in Middle School or High School and are strongly considering auditioning for the FAC in the future,
  3. OR have auditioned for the FAC and want to improve their skills.

June 2-5, 2025

All students who want to attend the Summer Arts Intensive must apply via the following Google Form – https://forms.gle/sdvcS1W21z9Xe1Zg6.  Based on the evidence submitted in the form, students will be placed into one of the two sessions:

  • 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – This session will be for novice to medium level students who desire to improve their fundamentals under the guidance of our teaching artists.
  • 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. – This session is for more advanced students who will work with our teaching artists on sharpening and refining their already present skills.  

All students who want to attend the Summer Arts Intensive must apply via the following Google Form – Please review your area of study for additional application requirements. 

Areas of Study & Description of Curricula

  • Morning Session – this session will focus on developing design fundamentals.  Students will work in an individualized, hands-on environment, learning the skills they need to build on in order to be a candidate for our FAC Architecture Program.
  • Afternoon Session – students in this session will focus on learning design vocabulary and skills to improve their craft in sketching, drawing, and modeling.
  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS – No upload required. 

Both the morning and afternoon sessions will meet students where they are and help them begin the journey to their next level of potential.  Students will learn techniques to improve their writing in specific genres, engage in workshopping with classmates, and take home new perspectives on their craft.

  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS – No upload required. 
  • Morning Session – this class is for the beginning or novice dancer who has little or no experience with ballet and modern dance styles. We will work with students to develop a basis for technique and movement so that they can continue to progress towards an audition at the FAC.
  • Afternoon Session – this class is for students who have a background in ballet and/or modern dance and are ready to take their skills to the next level.  Classes will be centered on refining technique, with students receiving individualized feedback and exercises to improve their form.
  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS – No upload required. 
  • Morning Session – students who are new to improvisation will get their start in the class, learning scales, harmony, and technique as a gateway to improvising. Jazz forms and vocabulary will be introduced during the four-day workshop.
  • Afternoon Session – this class will help students to improve their improvisational skills, focusing on vocabulary, interaction within a jazz combo, and deep listening skills. Students will perform a collaborative concert at the conclusion of the intensive.
  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS – Submit a 3-4 minute video. Play 2 different major scales in a steady tempo and a melody of your choice (jazz is preferred, but can also be a short classical piece). More advanced students may include one chorus of improvisation.
  • Morning Session – progressing percussionists will get detailed instruction on improving the grip, feel, rhythmic integrity, and overall technique on snare drum, mallet percussion, timpani, and auxiliary percussion.
  • Afternoon Session – this class will serve as the foundation for students who are starting at the FAC in the 25-26 school year.  Students will receive instruction that will help them to start strong in the FAC Percussion Studio. 
  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Submit a video of you playing a short etude on your primary instrument (snare drum, keyboard percussion, or timpani.) The SCBDA honor band solo or similar would be appropriate.
  • Morning SessionStudents will get an overview of our program and start to dive into Protools and other software plugins and learn how they can use their time at home to improve their skills as a music engineer, composer or producer. 
  • Afternoon Session – Students who already have some experience recording digital or live music will get exposure to a host of commercial level plugins and we will also cover some of the “good habits” of creating Pro Tools sessions and file management.
  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS – Upload 1 or 2 mp3 or WAV audio files of some of your best work to be reviewed prior to the workshop.
  • Morning Session – younger students or those who are still progressing through fundamentals will greatly benefit from the morning session in the Strings program.  Students will learn exercises to improve tone quality, bowing technique, posture, scale knowledge, and more.  An essential program for students who want to eventually audition for our Chamber Strings program.
  • Afternoon Session – this session will be centered around chamber music and the corresponding ensemble techniques that we teach at the FAC.  Students will be grouped into small ensembles and will learn music for a culminating performance at the end of the Intensive.
  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS – Submit a video of 1-2 minutes in length of your strongest playing.  If you’ve only been playing for a couple of years, this can be a short etude/study piece or some scales.  If you are more experienced, play an excerpt from solo music of your choice.
  • Morning Session – Do you want to learn the fundamentals of becoming an expressive singing actor? This session is for middle school students who have a passion for singing. The session will cover vocal technique, tone production, breath support, and acting techniques. Students will develop their self-confidence as they work in a dynamic, collaborative studio environment.
  • Afternoon Session – This session is for students who have been accepted into the FAC Voice program or those who are on the FAC Wait List. Students will explore acting through song. Individualized coaching on musical theater and classical pieces will help the participants become expressive singing actors.
  • Morning Session – middle school students have a lot of experience playing in band class, but not in smaller ensembles where they need to be more independent.  Students in this session will build confidence by improving their listening skills, tone production, and individual technique.  They will also begin to experience the chamber ensemble format, playing in duos, trios, and more.
  • Afternoon Session –  this session is for students who have been accepted into the FAC Winds Studio or those who are on the FAC Winds Wait List.  Individualized instruction will help the participants to take their technique to the next level, building confidence in their musicianship.
  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS – Submit a video of you playing a short etude on your main instrument. The SCBDA honor band solo is appropriate for this application video. 
  • Are you a maker?  Do you enjoy hands-on projects that require creativity?  Have you ever wanted to be the person creating the lights, sound, and scenery at a performance?  Our TD&P Intensive will provide you with the exposure to this art form, bringing the magic of the backstage technician to life.
  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS – Please complete the following survey so that we can learn more about you: SURVEY LINK
  • Morning Session – This class is for the novice middle or high school actor who has some experience in theatre or musical theatre. This session will improve fundamentals in ensemble building, voice and movement work, and auditioning so that students can progress towards an audition at the FAC.
  • Afternoon SessionThis class is for intermediate middle and high school actors who have more experience in theatre or musical theatre and who are ready to take their skills to the next level. This session will sharpen and refine skills in ensemble building, voice and movement work, and auditioning to help each student’s overall artistic growth.

THEATRE PERFORMANCE APPLICANTS

  • All applicants – indicate your level of proficiency via the Google Form
  • AM session (novice middle or high school students) – no video required
  • To be considered for placement into the PM session, please submit a video of yourself performing a monologue from theatre, musical theatre, television, or film. 60-90 seconds in length, fully memorized and prepared. Please introduce yourself and your monologue at the beginning. 

This workshop is an exciting opportunity for artists of all levels to expand their artistic skills, explore innovative techniques, and connect with a community of like-minded art enthusiasts. 

Over the course of the workshop, you’ll engage in a variety of hands-on activities led by experienced instructors, who are not only passionate about art but also dedicated to nurturing your growth as an artist. The workshop will offer different media and experimental techniques, ensuring you gain a well-rounded experience that challenges your creativity and broadens your artistic horizons.

Best of all, you don’t need to worry about bringing any supplies—just bring your talent, passion, and an eagerness to learn. We have everything prepared for you, so you can dive straight into creating from the moment you arrive. Our workshop is fully equipped with high-quality materials, allowing you to experiment freely and fully explore your artistic potential.

Expect a fun, dynamic environment where learning is both engaging and enjoyable. You’ll participate in interactive lessons, collaborative projects, and individual studio time, all designed to help you refine your techniques and develop your unique artistic voice. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to receive personalized feedback from our instructors, as well as share your work and ideas with peers who are equally passionate about art.

This workshop promises not just to be an educational experience, but also a deeply fulfilling one. You’ll leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and a renewed sense of creative confidence. So come ready to push your boundaries, express yourself, and have an educational experience that will inspire your artistic journey.

 

VISUAL ARTS APPLICANTS – No upload required.

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