CLINIC
Information
The Student Conductor Clinic has been designed to serve high school and college students that want to further their conducting study. The curriculum is strongly rooted in formal conducting with opportunities to conduct a lab band, gain valuable rehearsal techniques, as well as phenomenal leadership experiences.
Hands on
Conducting students will have the opportunity to conduct in a live band setting where they will get in-the-moment feedback from an ensemble.
Become yourself
SWC encourages individuality and creativity. Develop confidence in your own personal style and showmanship on the podium.
CURRICULUM
Conducting
New and returning students will receive semi-private lessons with collegiate music educators along with the opportunity to conduct in front of a live ensemble. Video feedback is used for self-analysis of conducting and progress.
Score Study
Student conductors will receive individual assistance with personal scores and recordings to prepare them for the upcoming season.
Collaboration
Students will walk away with a better understanding of working with their band directos. A group setting encourages learning from others along with self reflection and improvement skills.
Clinic Schedule
Below is an example of an average day schedule. For a more exact layout, go to our Information Documents page and download the PDF
6:45 AM | Breakfast |
8:30 AM | Conducting Sessions |
12:00 PM | Lunch |
1:30 PM | Conducting Sessions |
3:30 PM | Break |
3:45 PM | Conducting Sessions |
5:15 PM | Dinner |
6:30 PM | Conducting Sessions |
7:45 PM | Classes Conclude |
8:00 PM | Recreation Time |
11:00 PM | Lights Out |
CLINICIAN
Elliot Lentz
Elliott Lentz serves as Director of Orchestras at North Central High School in addition to being Artistic Director & Conductor for the Circle City Orchestra, both in Indianapolis, IN. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Music Education from Ball State University where he studied trumpet with Professor Paul Everett, conducting with Dr. Thomas Caneva, and served as Drum Major for the Pride of Mid-America Marching Band for 3 years.
For Your Information
If you are in need or more information, please download our information PDF's for more details. If you have a question, you may want to see if there is already an answer on our FAQ page. If you are looking for transportation information, please go to our Transportation page.
CLOSING
Ceremonies
For parents, friends, and directors, closing ceremonies will be held on the quad behind Taylor Hall on the Eastern Illinois campus. Come and enjoy the performance and celebration of awards! Our in-house photography team will capture the moments and release all photos, free of charge, to remember the special day!
Student Conductor Clinic Ceremony
July 13th, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Curriculum Performance
At the end of the week, our student demonstrate their skills for family and friends. This gives you a brief glimpse into our curriculum and skills described above.
