Schedule of Events - 2026 Seminar

The specific schedule of event timings has not been fully finalized yet, but please check back often as this page will be updated as soon as everything is ready!

Day One

Check-in and Coffee

Fundamentals with Benjamin Kamins

Foundations of Reed Making with Conrad Cornelison (systems of change, forming, day 1)

Masterclass I - Benjamin Kamins

Mental Training for Musicians with Janet Rarick and Conrad Cornelison

Reed Adjusting with Benjamin Kamins

Audition Panel and Q&A with the full faculty

Faculty Recital

Day Two

Orchestral Skills & Etiquette

Reed Finishing with Benjamin Kamins

Networking and Career Development with Janet Rarick

Masterclass II - Conrad Cornelison

Alexander Technique for Bassoonists with Janet Rarick and Benjamin Kamins

The Contrabassoon with Ryan Turano

Group Discussion, Q&A panel discussion

Bassoon Seminar Closing Social