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Tuba at Arts Academy
Why Study Tuba at Interlochen
As a tuba player, you are the heart of the ensemble. We'll help you create a solid foundation of sound that empowers the rest of the ensemble to soar. Discover the tuba's potential and understand why it's a vital part of the music world.
What You'll Learn
Our boarding school for tuba, Interlochen Arts Academy, is the destination for young tuba players. We want to see you shine both as an individual musician and as an ensemble member. With our classes, you’ll be able to reach your potential in both.
Our combination of studio classes and private lessons will give you the individual attention you need to soar. You’ll learn music theory, musicianship, fundamental basics, and performance skills with our dedicated instructors. You’ll also understand the importance of daily practice and develop the discipline you need to build on your talent.
Guest Artists
Throughout the year, you'll have the opportunity to work with acclaimed artists in master classes, workshops, and rehearsals. Recent guests include:
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Carol Jantsch, Principal Tuba, Philadelphia Orchestra
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Gene Pokorny, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
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Seraph Brass, all-female brass quintet
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Richard White, Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University
Finding my ‘own thing’
As principal tubist of the Philadelphia Orchestra, Carol Jantsch first discovered the euphonium as a young camper at Interlochen Arts Camp. More than two decades later, Jantsch’s curiosity evolved into a thriving career as a professional musician. Listen in as Jantsch reflects on her formative experiences at Interlochen Arts Camp and Interlochen Arts Academy and offers advice for prospective students.
Program Highlights
Professional Experiences
The Interlochen Arts Academy orchestra and wind symphony ensembles have played with the New York Philharmonic, performed at Carnegie Hall and New World Center, and collaborated with the Traverse Symphony Orchestra. Our resources allow for unparalleled experience at the high school level.
Performance Opportunities
Tuba players audition to perform in multiple Interlochen performing ensembles, including: orchestra, wind symphony, brass quintet, and tuba/euphonium quartet. Learn more in our Explore Ensemble section below.
The Music Center
Our state-of-the-art 60,000 square-foot music facility has two 3,500 square-foot rehearsal halls, two recording studios—which allow for rehearsal and performance recordings in multiple venues on campus—multiple ensemble and practice rooms, and individual faculty teaching studios. Learn more about The Music Center.
Trombone Lesson: Articulation Exercises
Improve the clarity of your articulation with a few easy exercises from Interlochen Arts Academy Instructor of Low Brass Tom Riccobono.
College Matriculation
Recent Interlochen Arts Academy Music Division students have continued their education at the following institutions and beyond.
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Berklee College of Music
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Boston Conservatory at Berklee
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California Institute of the Arts
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Carnegie Mellon University
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Cleveland Institute of Music
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Curtis Institute of Music
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Indiana University
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The Juilliard School
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Johns Hopkins University
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Manhattan School of Music
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New England Conservatory
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New York University
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Northwestern University
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Oberlin College and Conservatory
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Rice University
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San Francisco Conservatory of Music
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University of Miami
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University of Michigan
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University of Rochester
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University of Southern California
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Vanderbilt University