(Basseterre; St. Kitts) The Ministry of Youth Empowerment is on a search to find top musicians from St. Kitts and Nevis, for the International Youth Cultural Exchange Program this July, for students between the ages of 14-18.
The renowned International Music Camp organization is hosting a Youth Cultural Exchange and is one of the leading Summer Schools of Fine Arts in North America and is located at the International Peace Garden on the border between the United States and Canada.
The purpose of the camp is to encourage the development of a greater understanding among the youth of the world using music as the universal language. Over 150 of the finest Artist-Teachers and Guest Conductors will provide an enriching musical experience through master classes, music theory, private lessons and full ensemble rehearsals.
The Ministry of Youth Empowerment will be selecting two students who are outstanding in the field of music for this rewarding opportunity that covers the areas of Band, Musical Theatre, Choir, Piano, Guitar, Jazz Band, Vocal Jazz and Orchestra.
According to Youth Officer Suelika Creque, this amazing opportunity is for aspiring musicians who are exceptional in the field of music.
“We have so many outstanding young people in the field of music from the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis who can truly benefit and learn from this great opportunity. We are asking for youth between the ages of 14-18, to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to advance in whatever area of music they are interested in,” she said.
Creque said that interested persons will go through an interview process in order to be selected and must email their name and contact information to youth@gov.skn with the subject “International Music Camp”.
The deadline for submissions is March 1st, 2023 and selected individuals should have a valid United States Visa and be available to travel during the month of July.
For more information check out https://internationalmusiccamp.com/
The Ministry of Youth Empowerment in St. Kitts is solely responsible for the final selection of the two chosen students from St. Kitts or Nevis.