go to! KoSA’s unique TOTAL immersion and TOTAL percussion program gives participants the opportunity tostudy, learn and live alongside 17 world-class artists in the serene and beautiful setting of the green mountains of Vermont.
Hands-on instruction is offered in personal and ensemble formats to all ages and to all levels of experience—
from beginners to professionals. KoSA’s jam-packed program encourages participants to play within truly
diverse ensembles such as Brazilian, Classical, African, Steel Pan, Cuban, Orchestral as well as rhythm
section labs, and daily jam session. KoSA’s reputable music festival which is open to the public features the
registered participants and the stellar KoSA faculty in evening concerts.
As of press time, the KoSA team has already confirmed Lenny White (Return to Forever, Stanley Clarke &
Chick Corea), Hannah Ford (Independent), Alex Acuña (Weather Report), Arnie Lang ( NY Philharmonic),
Richie Garcia (Phil Collins), Marcus Santos (Berklee College, Paquito D’Rivera), Jim Royle (New England
Jazz Ensemble), Aldo Mazza (Repercussion), Glen Velez (Paul Winter Consort), Sergio Bellotti (Berklee
College), Dom Famularo (Independent), Jeff Salisbury (University of Vermont, Chuck Berry), John
Wittmann (Yamaha Artist Relations Director), Bob Gatzen (Independent), Mario DeCiutiis (KAT Electronics),
MBembe Bangoura (West African drummer), and the last artist will be a special surprise guest!
Can you imagine having friendly conversations about everything from the craft of drums and percussion to
what it's like to play in front of 600,000 people—from morning until late at night for nearly a week? And imagine
these incredible professionals getting to know YOU on a first-name basis? There is simply nothing like the
KoSA experience... it is truly unparalleled and the vibe is electric.
As Neal Peart (Rush) so aptly summarized after his first KoSA experience:
“…my experience at KoSA in Castleton, Vermont, left me with the overall glow, “What a happy place!”
For additional information on KoSA 17 as well as to register, please visit: www.kosamusic.com.
About KoSA: KoSA Communications International is committed to providing the very finest in musical instrument
instruction. With the year 'round KoSA Academy in Montreal, Canada, as well as workshops around the world, including
the renown KoSA Cuba Workshop and Havana Drumfest (now in its eleventh year), KoSA China, KoSA Italy, KoSA
Weekends, KoSA DrumParties and more, KoSA remains true to its mission: to spread the artistry, techniques and
common sense toward a world unified by music.
Contact: Dr. Jolan Kovacs-Mazza
Local: 514.482.5554 • Toll Free: 1-800-541-8401
info@kosamusic.com • www.kosamusic.com
For Immediate Release
VERMONT
KoSA 17th International Percussion Workshop, Drum Camp and Festival July 24-29, 2012
The KoSA International Percussion Workshop Camp and Festival will take place at the
picturesque campus of Castleton State College, nestled in the Mountains of Vermont near the
world-famous resort destination of Killington. Course of Study: The KoSA Workshop is a hands-on intensive
percussion camp unlike any other-a TOTAL PERCUSSION experience. The course of study includes an incredibly diverse range of styles and techniques. Drumset ( from rock, jazz, Latin, funk) Brazilian, Arabic ,Frame drumming, Cuban ,Brazilian, South East Indian drumming, classical Percussion,
marimba, jazz vibraphone, timpani, snare drum, percussion ensemble, Steel drum ensemble, Marching percussion and special percussion for band director sessions are offered, as well as classes in video conferences and music technology for all levels. Daily ensembles ,jam sessions and evening concerts.
Past faculty have included: Neil Peart, Memo Acevedo, John Beck, Horacio Hernandez,
Marcus Santos, Chester Thompson, Ignacio Berroa, Jimmy Cobb, Bobby Sanabria,
Jonathan Mover, Dom Famularo, John Beck, Kenwood Dennard, Trichy Sankaran, Mario
DeCiutiis, Arnie Lang, Cyro Baptista, Jim Royle, Glen Velez, Nancy Zeltsman, Gordon
Gottlieb, Emil Richards, Marco Lienhard, Allan Molnar, Aldo Mazza, Steve Smith, ,
Michael Wimberly & African Drum & Dance Ensemble, and the KoSA rhythm section: (Piano,
Bass, Guitar and more ! ) Price includes Room, 3 meals per day, full tuition, hands on classes, ensembles, evening concerts. Shorter Day packages available. Contact: Aldo Mazza, Director
1-800-541-8401 or 514-482-5554
www.kosamusic.com
