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Finnish Folk Music Camp

2012 Finnish Folk Music Camp: July 17 to 19

Traditional Finnish music still permeates the lakes and forests of Michigan's Copper Country, where Finnish-American identity vibrantly lives on. From Saturday evening sauna to specialty comfort foods, folks carry on their Finnish traditions as part of everyday life. Arguably, none do it more significantly than those who play traditional Finnish music at festivals and weddings, in humble kitchens, on stylish patios, and even along the pristine shores of Lake Superior. Finlandia University's Finnish Council in America and the Finnish American Heritage Center are excited to arrange this second annual Finnish traditional music camp opportunity.

Two full-tuition 2012 Music Camp scholarships are available!

To apply, please indicate in writing your need for a scholarship and your interest in attending the Finnish Folk Music Camp. Mail your letter to FFMC Task Force, c/o Mary Pekkala, 2008 St. Ann Cr., Hancock, MI 49930. Scholarship recipients will be responsible for their own lodging and meals, as needed.

Link here to view a slide show of photos from the 2011 Music Camp.

Music Camp Sponsors

Music Camp Registration Form

Music Camp Brochure

Music Camp Class Descriptions

Music Camp Class Schedule

Finnish Folk Music Camp Faculty

Map and directions to Finlandia University

For more information and to reserve your spot at the 2012 Finnish Folk Music Camp, call 906-482-1413.

Classes

Guitar
Mandolin
Fiddle
Kantele
Accordion
Bones
Spoons
Harmonium
Voice
Finnish tango
Finnish folk dancing
Finnish language
Finnish food arts
Make your own 5-string kantele ($125 additional charge), 10-string kantele ($175 additional), or piccolo ($60 additional)

Faculty

Bette Premo
Carl Rahkonen
Ralph Tuttila
Rich Koski
Don Reinholm
Arne Salli
Tanya Stanaway
Kay Seppala
Randy Seppala
Jonathan Rundman
Sara Pajunen
Jim Lohman
Norma Nominelli
Steve Niemi

View bios of Music Camp faculty

A Slideshow of the Copper Country and the Finlandia University Campus

Tuition for entire 3-day camp:

$150 ($125 if paid by June 15, 2012)

Housing in the Finlandia Residence Hall:

$25 per night (available Tues., Wed. and Thurs. night)

Meal tickets:

$5 breakfast, $6 lunch, $7 dinner

Location:

Finlandia University, Hancock, Mich.

Musical Instruments:

The camp has a number of five-string kanteles available for student use.

Evening concerts and dances will be open to the public.

What other activities are available?

Sightseeing and summer sports abound in the Copper Country. In addition, the Aura Jamboree in nearby Aura, Michigan, takes place annually in mid-July, and the annual Strawberry Festival in Chassell, Michigan begins July 13.

In 2011, the camp appreciated the support of Suomi Seura (Finland Society), Kipinä Kerho (Finn Spark), Copper Country Community Arts Council, Lauri & Judy Isaacson, and Birdseye Creations of Mohawk, Michigan. Stay tuned for information about the 2012 Music Camp sponsors.

Finlandia University, founded by Finnish immigrants over a century ago, is a learning community dedicated to academic excellence, spiritual growth ,and service. The university is a private not-for-profit institution located in Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula.