MICHAEL DABROSKI
ESPADERO1923. "... your classroom is Havana and my restored Spanish-Colonial 1923 Cuban mansion ... discover my unique musical life, and learn about resilience and original projects while rehearsing your talent ... observe a revolution, a rich cultural community ... offering unparalleled chamber music studies for those seeking artistic excellence, a musical purpose and life, and innovative business skills. " - Michael Dabroski, Artistic Director
STRING QUARTET RESIDENCY.
DAY 1. 09:00. Havana, Cuba, Airport Arrival (Monday Morning)
12:00. Cuban "Hemingway" Lunch and Hopes and Dreams discussion
14:00. Individual or String Quartet Practice
16:30. Cuban "Gatsby" Style Cocktail Reception
17:30. Cuban Dinner of Fresh Local, Organic Ingredients
19:00. Experience Traditional Cuban Music, a Private Salon Concert
DAY 2. 07:30. Cuban Breakfast of Fresh Local Tropical Fruits and Cuban Coffee
09:00. Coached String Quartet Rehearsal (3 hours)
12:00. Cuban "Hemingway" Lunch and Niche Market discussion
14:00. Coached String Quartet Rehearsal (2 hours)
16:30. Cuban "Gatsby" Style Cocktail Reception
17:30. Sunset Cuban Beach Walk, Views and Dinner Picnic
19:00. Habana Vieja Tour for Live Music and Drinks
DAY 3. 07:30. Cuban Breakfast of Fresh Local Tropical Fruits and Cuban Coffee
09:00. Coached String Quartet Rehearsal (3 hours)
12:00. Cuban "Hemingway" Lunch and Goals and Objectives discussion
14:00. Coached String Quartet Rehearsal (2 hours)
16:30. Cuban "Gatsby" Style Cocktail Reception
17:30. Cuban Dinner of Fresh Local, Organic Ingredients
19:00. Elements: Business Plan Writing, Part I
DAY 4. 07:30. Cuban Morning Beach Walk, Swim and Breakfast Picnic
10:00. String Quartet Coached Rehearsal (2 hours)
13:00. Cuban "Hemingway" Lunch and Creating Change discussion
14:00. Coached String Quartet Dress Rehearsal (2 hours)
16:30. Cuban "Gatsby" Cocktail Reception
17:30. Cuban Dinner of Fresh Local, Organic Ingredients
19:00. Elements: Business Plan Writing, Part II
DAY 5. 07:30. Cuban Breakfast of Fresh Local Tropical Fruits and Cuban Coffee
09:00. Coached String Quartet Rehearsal (3 hours)
12:00. Cuban "Hemingway" Lunch and Collaboration discussion
14:00. Rest
16:30. Cuban "Gatsby" Cocktail Reception
17:30. Cuban Dinner of Fresh Local, Organic Ingredients
19:00. STRING QUARTET CONCERT and RECEPTION
DAY 6. 07:30. Cuban Breakfast of Fresh Local Tropical Fruits and Cuban Coffee
09:00. Departure
APPLICATION CRITERIA.
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Quartets (Haydn Op. 20, 76; Mozart Prussian; Beethoven Op. 59; and/or Shostakovich #4-8)
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Why do less than 5% of conservatory graduates stay in music? (500 words or less)
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Quartet name, mission statement, photo, player biographies
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Quartet demo recording demonstrating technical skill, passion and historical practice
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Valid passport and travel identification
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Walking ability (up to 60' duration)
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Over 21 years old
TANGIBLE OUTCOMES.
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Make rehearsal and concert experiences
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Discover the Cuban Revolution
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Develop a business plan
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Witness an innovative musical project
PROJECT ALUMNI.
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Project leaders
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Creative, resilient and persistent artists
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Talented, passionate and disciplined artists
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Problem solvers
