In July of 2020, we were able to run a successful, in-person Summer Music Academy. We did so by making significant changes in course offerings and reducing class size in order to keep staff, teaching artists and musicians safe while learning at Sonoma Academy. We’re proud to announce that there were no known campus transmissions during camp last summer.
The information on these pages reflects the courses we were able to offer last summer and might be what will be offered in July, 2021. Here are some of the safety protocols we used to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 on campus.
- Limited the total number of students enrolled to 55
- Required everyone on campus to wear a mask
- Created exclusive instrument pods of no more than 12 students
- Screened all staff, teaching artists and students for COVID symptoms before entering campus
- Encouraged students to remain at least 6 ft apart in class and when on break
- Made available hand sanitizing stations throughout campus
- Held larger classes outdoors
- Offered only string classes (eliminated all woodwind and brass classes)
- Held lunchtime concerts only in the outdoor amphitheater
- Limited visitors to campus
We are unable to predict the future, but hope to offer some version of Summer Music Academy this summer. We will update these pages as soon as we have more information.
Summer Music Academy offers an exciting three weeks of music immersion. Students can learn to play an instrument for the first time or enrich their music studies, all while making new friends with musicians from throughout Sonoma County. They will develop musicianship in choir and rhythm workshops and enjoy workshops and ensembles led by professional musicians, including members of Santa Rosa Symphony.
Summer Music Academy takes place July 12-30, 2021.
LOCATION
Sonoma Academy offers spacious rooms, a beautiful accessible campus with lovely views, great performance and recreation spaces, and a shaded lunch area. The campus is located in Santa Rosa just seven minutes from US 101.
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 1, 2021
Classes take place July 12-30, 2021.
FINANCIAL AID
Need-based financial aid is available for those who qualify. Application will be available soon.
Full Day WORKSHOPS (9 am - 3 pm)
REGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 1, 2021
Classes take place July 12-30, 2021.
Full days of music create a strong foundation for young musicians ages 5-23 with experience ranging from zero to three+ years of playing! Placements for experienced musicians will include a survey and a video upload. Students are then placed in classes with peers of compatible skill level. From 9 AM to 3 PM, every weekday for three weeks, students are thoroughly immersed in the exhilarating world of music.
All Full-day packages include Choir, Rhythm, Movement, Fundamentals and an instrumental workshop chosen from the following:
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Violin or Viola, ages 7 and up
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Cello or Bass, ages 7 and up
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Guitar, ages 7 and up
Tuition for the three-week, full-day workshop package is $650 (kinderviolin $600).
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FULL DAY Performance Academy (9 AM - 3 PM)
REGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 1, 2021
Classes take place July 12-30, 2021.
Audition-based ensemble courses and advanced musicianship for older, more experienced instrumentalists ages 9-23. Students focus on performance in an ensemble setting and deepen their musical understanding through composition, improvisation and conducting coursework. From 9 AM to 3 PM, every weekday for three weeks, students are challenged to bring their musicianship to the next level. Performance Academy culminates with a concert on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 10 AM.
All Full-day packages include Composition and Conducting or Improvisation, and students are placed in one of the following ensembles by audition:
Tuition for three weeks of full day Performance Academy is $700.
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Specialty Classes
REGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 1, 2021
Classes take place July 12-30, 2021.
For experienced musicians, these courses will enhance musicianship and deepen musical understanding (choose one):
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