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Why Study Music at Interlochen


Follow in the footsteps of some of the most successful musicians around the world. Play, practice, and perform with talented peers and professionals in the beautiful woods of northern Michigan.

Here, instruments, musical styles, and artists come to speak the shared language of music. Whether you’re bringing enduring pieces of music to life or writing your own, you’ll have the space and support you need to excel. 

Summer Arts Camp

Music Camps

Arts Boarding School

Music Programs

Online Arts Programs

Virtual Instruction

Lifelong Learning

Music Workshops

A Meaningful Music Education

Whether you attend Arts Camp, Arts Academy, or a College for Creative Arts program, you’ll benefit from personalized instruction, practical and theoretical learning, and inspiring collaboration.

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Learn From the Best

Our exceptional faculty help you hone your craft through private lessons, studio classes, music theory courses, and ensemble experience. 
 

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Showcase Your Growth

You’ll have abundant opportunities to perform in large and small ensembles with talented peers.

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Find Inspiration All Around

World-class facilities surrounded by natural beauty provide an ideal setting for learning and creativity.

Fennell Music Library

Interlochen Center for the Arts' Fennell Music Library houses one of the largest performing ensemble collections in the world. We have over 100,000 items available, including scores, performance materials, sound recordings, and the esteemed Tureck Bach Research Institute.

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Fennell Music Library at Interlochen Center for the Arts

Music News & Features

Marc Lacuesta sits at the interface in the Dolby Atmos room
Bringing Atmos to Interlochen: Music Production & Engineering program unveils new Dolby Atmos room

Director of Music Production & Engineering Marc Lacuesta explains what Atmos is and why it’s important for students to have access to this immersive audio technology.

Professional shot of Juliana Soltis with cello
Becoming an ‘American Woman’: Camp alumna Juliana Soltis releases new cello album featuring work by American female composers, credits Interlochen with sparking her passion

Soltis shares favorite memories from Camp, the joy of improvisation, and her excitement about bringing forgotten composers to the fore.

An Interlochen Arts Academy percussion student rehearses with the school’s Percussion Ensemble.
The Interlochen Advantage: Admission tips from USC Thornton School of Music

Associate Director of Undergraduate Admission Brittany Jimenez shares a behind-the-scenes look at the college admissions process—from what USC Thornton looks for in a prospective student to what she wishes students knew about navigating this exciting chapter of their lives.

Upcoming Music Events
Oct
9

Music, Academy Student, Guest Artist

Jazz Combos and Orchestra: Celebrating Jazz Legends

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium FREE, no tickets required

Oct
10

Music, Academy Student

Wind Symphony 10/10/2024

Thursday, October 10, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium Adult $17; Child-College $14

Oct
11

Music, Academy Student

Orchestra and String Orchestra

Friday, October 11, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium Adult $17; Child-College $14

See what you can experience at Interlochen.

Come to a place where creatives thrive—and see how your unique journey unfolds. Plan your visit, request more information, or apply/register to an Interlochen Center for the Arts program today.

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