Eastman summer workshop

Craighead-Saunders Organ, Christ Church, Rochester, New York

Eastman School of Music, Rochester, New York, announces its five-day intensive workshop for high school students, July 23–27.

Each day will include private and group instruction as well as access to a wide variety of instruments. Participants will have the opportunity to perform in masterclasses focusing on repertoire, sacred music skills, improvisation, and technique. The program includes social activities, excursions, and a final student performance open to the public.

Faculty includes David Higgs, Nathan Laube, Edoardo Bellotti, William Porter, and Stephen Kennedy. Application deadline is May 1.

For information: www.esm.rochester.edu/organ.

Craighead-Saunders Organ, Christ Church, Rochester, New York

 

 

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