Orchestra & Wind Ensemble Summer Program for High School Students

Experience the joy of performing in an internationally renowned student ensemble this summer by tackling professional-level repertoire under the direction of world-renowned conductors. Grow as a musician and artist with a group of outstanding fellow musicians from all over the world.

What You'll Learn

In this program, you will have the chance to train with professional conductors and other talented students in one of four large ensembles.

Admission into our summer program is competitive, which means that you'll be surrounded and supported by young musicians who are equally passionate and driven. Our accomplished faculty bring real-life expertise and laser-focused attention to address your challenges and help you to breakthrough to the next level. You'll be challenged, stimulated, and best of all, have fun getting better at doing what you love.

As an orchestra or wind ensemble student, you will participate in:

• Large ensemble rehearsal, leading to six unique public performances throughout the summer
• Chamber music class which includes small ensemble rehearsal and coaching, student performances, special topics, master classes, and faculty performances
• Weekly private lessons with one of our outstanding faculty members, many of whom hold advanced degrees in music, teach at the college level, and/or perform in professional symphony orchestras
• Studio classes
• Musician Artistry (music theory and literature, aural skills, improvisation) or Performance Artistry (Alexander Technique, movement, the art of performance) 

Audition Requirements

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