Berks Summer Band Institute 2012
Kenneth C. Kemmerer, Director
610-451-0045
- Do you find it difficult to motivate yourself to practice over the summer?
- How would you like to keep playing your instrument over the summer with other students and musicians from all over Berks County?
- Join other students/musicians just like yourself in the Berks Summer Band Institute, a tuition-free summer band program for students of all ages.
Who:BSBI is open to all band students in Berks County who wish to continue playing their instrument over the summer months.
What: BSBI is a tuition-free summer band program with four bands at different levels:
- First year student band, for most students going into 5th grade
- Secondand third year student band for students entering grade 6 & 7
- Middle school student band for students entering grades 89
- High School / adult / community band, entering grade 10 and up through adult
These groupings are revised from previous years. If you are not sure which band to sign up for ask your teacher or contact Mr. Kemmerer at 610-451-0045
When: BSBI will meet for nine weeks every Wednesday evening, beginning June 13 and ending with a concert August 8, 2012. (no rehearsal on July 4) The schedule of band rehearsals is:
- 1st year band, 7 – 7:50 PM
- 2nd/ 3rdyear band, 7 – 7:50 PM
- Middle school band, 8 - 9 PM
- HS/adult band, 8 – 9 PM
We realize there will be weeks when students are away on vacation or at camp and may not be able to attend the band session. All we ask is that you let us know when you will be unable to attend and make a commitment to faithfully attend the weeks when your schedule allows. It would be ideal for students to attend at least 6 sessions.
If you have any questions concerning which band to sign up for please call Mr. Kemmerer at 610-451-0045 or via email at
Where: The Institute will meet in the band and choral rooms of Muhlenberg High School.
Faculty: Mr.Kenneth Kemmerer is a veteran teacher of instrumental music having taught at all levels from elementary through college. He is presently in his 26th year of teaching elementary instrumental music in the Muhlenberg School District.
Mr. Steve Holgate has 20 years of experience teaching students of all ages having taught all levels of music in the Governor Mifflin district for the past 11 years. He is also an active tuba player with the Lancaster British Brass Band, and Bravura Brass.
Mr. Brian Holt is a professional percussionist performing with the Reading Symphony, The Reading Pops Orchestra and the Ringgold Band among others. Mr. Holt has many years of experience teaching young percussionists.
Fee: There is none! Nada! Zippo! The Big Egg! The Null Set! Thanks to the support of the Reading Musical Foundation, Zeswitz Music Store, the Jr. Women’s Club of Muhlenberg, the Muhlenberg School District and others, BSBI is tuition-free!
How: Simply fill out the registration form and mail to:
Berks Summer Band Institute
c/o Kenneth Kemmerer
211 Spook Lane
Fleetwood, PA 19522
Plan to attend the first session on June 13 at the designated time, unless someone contacts you otherwise. Normally we will not contact you before the Institute begins, simply due to the large number of students who register. If you have a specific question, please feel free to contact me at or 610-451-0045. Keep this page for your information.Thank you and I look forward to great summer of making music.
Mr. Kenneth C. Kemmerer
Berks Summer Band Institute
Participant Registration Form
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Student’s Name
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Parent’s Name(s)
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Address
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Home Phone
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Alternate Phone (cell/work)
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Parent’s Email(opt.)
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Grade completed as of June
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School/District Attending
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Instrument
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Number of years playing
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What part do you play in your school band?
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School Band Director’s name
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Private Teacher’s name
County /District Band?
The undersigned hereby releases the instructors, Berks Summer Band Institute and/or the Muhlenberg School District from any liability of personal injuries or damage to instruments, which may be incurred while on the premises or while taking part in any activities related to the Berks Summer Band Institute.
Participant signature (or parent if participant is under age 18):
Fill out the participant registration form and mail to:
Berks Summer Band Institute
c/o Kenneth Kemmerer
211 Spook Lane
Fleetwood, PA 19522