Tócalo Tucson is a week-long chamber percussion and composition seminar held at the Fred Fox School of Music at the University of Arizona in Tucson (June 4th – 11th, 2022).

In conjunction with our Chamber Percussion Program, Tócalo Tucson 2022 will feature the “On the Precipice” Composition Residency Program. Please see all the details under the “PROGRAMS” header. Our 2022 guest faculty include Russell Hartenberger (NEXUS, Steve Reich Ensemble) and Michael Burritt (keyboard percussion virtuoso, Eastman School of Music). Both Russell and Michael will also work with composers in the composition program.

Over the course of eight days, program participants will work closely with faculty in small chamber settings preparing notable works for performance on two dedicated concerts in Crowder Concert Hall, Friday, June 10th (“On the Precipice” Composition Residency Concert), and Saturday, June 11th (Tócalo Tucson Chamber Percussion Concert), 2022. These concerts are FREE admission.

The daily schedule will include two to three different rehearsal blocks, and daily clinics presented by one of our guest artists. Over the course of the week, a masterclass setting for lessons will also be provided to participants, optional group hikes, and visits to local Tucson landmarks will also occur. Of course, there will be personal practice time throughout the day!