Wabash Valley College
Wabash Valley College Hosts First Summer Music Camp
A new chapter in musical exploration unfolded as the first-ever music camp, led by Dennis Stroughmatt and directed by Doug Hawf, brought together 41 participants aged 6 to 80 in the summer of 2023. This unique event offered a chance to explore music, learn new instru - ments, and create lasting memories. Each day began with engaging dulcimer and ukulele classes, which set the tone for a journey of musical discovery and fostered camaraderie among campers. As the day progressed, participants split into smaller groups to delve into various instruments such as the violin, guitar, drums, piano, trumpet, saxophone, bass guitar, and even vocal lessons.
The camp concluded with a vibrant concert on the final day, featuring guest performers Tony Booth and Dottsy Dwye. Instructors also took the stage to demonstrate their impressive skills, and some of the camp’s talented students had the opportunity to perform, showcasing the remarkable progress they made during their time at camp. The concert not only provided a platform for highlight - ing musical talents but also served as a way to give back to the camp. Donations collected during the perfor - mance will be reinvested to enhance the music camp experience for future participants, ensuring an even more enriching and successful program next summer.
Inaugural Wabash Valley Foundation Music and Theater Scholarship
This year, Mount Carmel High School student Noah Alka was awarded the inaugural Wabash Valley Foundation Music and Theater Scholarship. This schol - arship is valued at $1,500 based on two semesters, $750 per semester. This scholarship recognizes outstand - ing achievement and dedication in music and theater studies. Noah was congratulated by WVC’s academic advisor Brady Martin and Wabash Valley Arts Council Representative Dennis Stroughmatt.
ABOVE: Music camp participants learn the basics of a variety of instruments. RIGHT: Wabash Valley Arts Council Represenative Dennis Stroughmatt presents inaugural scholarship to recipient.
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