The Summer String Institute immerses talented and aspiring middle school and high school string musicians in an intensive week of mentoring, chamber music coaching, individual lessons, and rehearsals.
While Summer String Institute students work on ambitious repertoire to develop true professionalism, they also enjoy camaraderie and the adventure of creating great music. All Summer String Institute sessions are run in a day-camp arrangement, with an intensive week of orchestra rehearsals, chamber music rehearsals and coaching, private lessons, and movement classes, culminating with performances by the orchestra and chamber ensembles.
In 2022, National Philharmonic will be offering three Summer String Institute sessions.
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Rebecca Smithorn, conductor
“Beyond Classical” Ages 11-18
Session 1 focuses on sharpening music reading skills through music theory, improvisation, composition, rhythm work, scales, movement and sight reading in small ensembles and orchestra. Students will have the opportunity to explore a wide variety of musical styles and genres, including pop favorites and anime themes.
(No private lessons included in this session.)
Victoria Gau, conductor
Orchestra and Chamber Music for Ages 12-18
Also includes movement, music theory, and two private lessons (45 min. each)
Rebecca Smithorn, conductor
Orchestra and Chamber Music for Ages 14-18
Also includes movement, music theory, and two private lessons (45 min. each)
Featuring: Tchaikovsky Serenade for Strings
*COVID Policy: Students will need to provide proof of vaccination against the COVID-19 virus to attend the Summer String Institute. If students are unable to be vaccinated, they will need to submit to regular COVID testing. The Summer String Institute will follow the masking policy in place in the Montgomery County Public School system at the time.
*Prices reflect an “early bird discount” rate. Prices increase to $670 after May 30, 2022.
Special Offer: Attend two sessions for just $995, or Sessions 1, 2 and 3 for $1,495.
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