Eastman Experience: Summer Classical Studies (a three-week program)

This internationally acclaimed Classical Studies program is for academically inquisitive performers, conductors and composers currently in grades 9–12 who are seriously considering a career in music. Our highly individualized program emphasizes solo performance (strings, winds, brass, piano, voice, classical guitar, harp, conducting, and composition) and chamber music. This program is for mature students of advanced performance levels who can work well in a focused collegiate-type environment. We are pleased to announce that our 2022 program will be held in person.

The program’s main features:

Two individual lessons per week per student

Performance and masterclass opportunities

Career seminar with guest speakers who are leaders in their field of the music industry

Theory, Aural Skills, History classes

Relevant specialized classes for Instrumentalists, Composers, and Vocalists

Elective classes: choice of either composition for non-majors, conducting for non-majors, or Alexander Technique.

Tuition:

$2100 Tuition

TBA Room & board

Partial merit and need-based scholarships available (see application)