What was it like to dance for Aaron Copland?
Martha Graham Artistic Director and Interlochen alumna Janet Eilber shares her memories of a revolutionary artist.
The Vikings are coming—courtesy of alumnus Sam Willmott and junior theatre campers
The Norsemen are invading Interlochen Arts Camp this summer, and Sam Willmott (IAC 2002-04) is to blame.
Interlochen presents rarely performed Copland opera
Interlochen alumni and faculty join the cast of Aaron Copland's second opera, The Tender Land, 25 years after the composer's death.
Interlochen's Kawai piano, at home in the woods
Our Kawai grand piano has made its long journey from Japan to its new home in a practice hut on Interlochen's campus, where students will use it to sharpen their skills on their journey as artists.
Interlochen 2015: The Leisure Side of Camp
Interlochen 2015: The Leisure Side of Camp
Interlochen Summer Camp 2015: Week 1 at a glance
Interlochen Summer Camp 2015: Week 1 at a glance
Ice cream, knee socks and art: Interlochen Arts Camp 2015 opens
“The dream of Interlochen has come full circle,” Interlochen President Jeff Kimpton said to the students at First Gathering. “We’re here for many reasons, but primarily we’re here for your development as artists.”
Interlochen announces new instructor of percussion
Longtime Arts Camp percussion coordinator Keith Aleo joins full-time Academy faculty.
Congratulations, 2015 Academy Graduates
Interlochen Arts Academy said farewell to its 2015 graduating class at its 53rd commencement celebration on May 30, featuring student performances, speeches and special moments to commemorate the students’ achievements and celebrate their limitless futures.
A Piano’s Journey
Each year, hundreds of brand new pianos are shipped to Interlochen for the Summer Arts Camp. This year we are following one specific piano, a Kawai GX-2, on its entire journey from the Kawai factory in Japan to the Interlochen campus where it will be played by hundreds of young musicians.
Copland’s Achievement
In the summer of 2015 Interlochen celebrates Aaron Copland. Biographer and Musicologist Howard Pollack explores Copland’s unique cultural legacy.
Motifs: May and June 2015
The Audition
Interlochen alumnus Keith Buncke is just 21 years of age, but he just earned a principal role with the Chicago Symphony.
In Memoriam: May 2015
Spectrum (a collaboration with Danceworks Chicago)
The Interlochen Arts Academy dance department partnered with Danceworks Chicago and choreographer Chrisian Denice to present "Spectrum" - a piece that uses dance and movement to express the realities of life with autism.
On the Road with the Academy Singer-Songwriters
The Singer-Songwriter program hit the road in April on a first-of-its-kind performance and educational tour.
From the Archives with Byron Hanson: May 2015
2015 Virginia B. Ball Scholarship Winner
The Interlochen Arts Academy is proud to announce that Gorham, Maine sophomore Elizabeth Lemieux has won the Virginia B. Ball Creative Writing scholarship contest.
In Memoriam: March 2015
New Scholarship Celebrates Faculty Legend Jack Hood
A group of alumni have created a new named scholarship, honoring the man who was a surrogate father to generations of Academy students.
From the Archives with Byron Hanson: March 2015
Motifs: March and April 2015
The Healing Power of Music
Arthur Bloom, an Interlochen Arts Camp alumnus, professional musician, and composer, launched MusiCorps after meeting a soldier and drummer who had lost his leg to an improvised explosive device. Years later the program has helped hundreds and is producing amazing music along the way.
Write What You Want to Know
Playwright and recent artist-in-residence, Frances Ya-Chu Cowhig on her creative process, Beijing in the 90s, and how she deals with critical response.