Organ Summer Program for Grades 6-8
Why Take Organ
The organ is a rich, complex, and inspirational instrument. While at Interlochen, you will receive individualized instruction from our expert faculty who will help you master and go beyond organ fundamentals. This is your opportunity to expand your knowledge, skills, and artistry within a close-knit community of musicians.
What You'll Learn
Our program is designed for serious organ students at intermediate to advanced levels of organ playing and performance. You'll receive individualized attention from instructors who will tailor their lessons and classes with your needs in mind. Our curriculum may include:
- Weekly organ private lesson
- Daily organ studio hour
- Keyboard Music Theory and Organ Topics classes
- Participation in Choir
- Weekly piano private lesson
You are welcome to attend both summer sessions.
Program Specialties
- Studio classes and individual coaching
- Opportunities to audit master classes and recitals with guest artists
- Performance opportunities in the Dendrinos Chapel
Guest Artists
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James Kibbie, University of Michigan
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Jonathan Moyer, Oberlin Conservatory
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Catherine Rodland, St. Olaf College
Program Highlights
Performance Opportunities
Students perform in a weekly masterclass. The session culminates with participation in a final recital, which is part of the weekly recital series, Chapel Organ.
Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall
The beautiful Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall is home to our recently refurbished 50-rank Reuter concert pipe organ. The sound at Dendrinos is impeccable and inspiring, especially to organists. In addition to the recital hall, organ students have access to mechanical action practice organs. Learn more about the Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall.
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 with multiple ensemble and practice rooms, and individual faculty teaching studios. Learn more about The Music Center.
Studying organ here has been a true honor, as well as a lot of fun. I am one of two organ majors this summer, and the personal instruction has helped me advance my skills. I've had so much fun this summer and can't wait to come back next year!
Charles, Music
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