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REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER MUSIC ACADEMY 2024 IS NOW OPEN!


Summer Music Academy

JULY 8 - 26, 2024 | MON-FRI, 9 AM - 3 PM 

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 develop musicianship in fundamentals and rhythm classes and enjoy workshops and ensembles led by professional musicians, including members of the Santa Rosa Symphony.  

After completing your registration form, please submit your deposit here >

 

INSTRUMENT WORKSHOPS (MON-FRI, 9 AM - 3 PM) 

For 0-3 years of experience, ages 7 and up (Kinder Violin for ages 5 - 6)
TUITION: KInderviolin $900 (3 weeks); Instrument Workshops $850 (3 weeks)
July 8 - July 26

Full days of music create a strong foundation for developing musicians (ages 7 and up) with experience ranging from zero to three years of playing. Students can learn a new instrument or develop skills on an instrument they already play.  Students will be 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.
 
Workshop enrollment includes classes in Choir, Rhythm, Movement, and Fundamentals. Choose an instrumental workshop from the following:

  • Kinder Violin, ages 5 - 6   (Limited space available)
  • Violin or Viola, ages 7-14
  • Cello or Double bass, ages 7-14
  • Guitar, ages 7-14
  • Woodwinds, ages 7-14
  • Brass, ages 7-14

Course Details


PERFORMANCE ACADEMY (MON-FRI, 9 AM - 3 PM)

For experienced instrumentalists; Placement audition required
TUITION: PA courses $925 (3 weeks); Music Technology $950 (3 weeks); *$475 (select 1-week courses)

July 10 - July 28, *Select 1-week course options available.
Performance Academy Concert on Saturday, July 29 at 10 AM

Audition-based ensemble courses and advanced musicianship for older, more experienced instrumentalists ages 9-23. From 9 AM to 3 PM, every weekday for three weeks, students are challenged to bring their musicianship to the next level. Select 1-week course options are available. Performance Academy culminates with a concert on Saturday, July 29, 2024.  

AUDITION INFORMATION - COMING SOON
 

Performance Academy enrollment includes specialty classes such as Composition, Improvisation, Conducting, and more.

  • Music Technology/Composition (3 weeks only)
  • Prelude String Orchestra (3 weeks only)
  • Intermezzo String Orchestra (3 weeks only)
  • Chamber Ensemble/Electives*
  • Jazz Ensemble*

*sign up for one, two, or three weeks of these courses.  Each week will have a specialized focus. Customize a package by selecting one ensemble for each week.


Course Details


 

FACULTY

Our distinguished faculty is comprised of seasoned musicians and educators who have performed with major orchestras and ensembles throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.  All are dedicated to sharing their love of music with young musicians.

 

LOCATION

Sonoma Academy (2500 Farmers Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95404) 

SMA returns for a third year to the beautiful Sonoma Academy campus! Surrounded by 1,000 acres of protected open space at the base of Taylor Mountain in Southeast Santa Rosa, this school has become the home base for many Santa Rosa Symphony Youth programs.

 

HEALTH AND SAFETY

The health and safety of all campers, faculty and staff is our top priority. 

Guidance from state and local authorities will determine actual policies in Summer 2024. Please check back as we release our current guidelines and updated Health & Safety Plan.
 


tuition and payment

Kinder Violin Workshops, 3 weeks ONLY: $900
Workshops, 3 weeks ONLY : $850

Performance Academy, Music Technology, 3 weeks: $950
Performance Academy, 3 weeks: $925
Performance Academy, select 1-week courses: $475

Payment information can be found on the registration form.
A $50 non-refundable deposit is required with application and will be applied to tuition.

For payment questions, contact Laura Leipzig.

 

Chef-Made Lunch Daily

Tuition includes daily chef-made lunch for all students!
Sample Menu > 

 

FINANCIAL AID

A limited number of financial aid awards are available to help cover tuition fees. Student eligibility is based upon family income and expenses, using criteria created by the State of California Department of Education. Please note that financial aid recipients are not eligible for other tuition discounts.

Priority deadline for financial aid is June 1, 2023. Applications received prior to the deadline are given preference over those received following the deadline.

FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION (IN ENGLISH)

FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION (EN ESPAÑOL)

 

Important dates

February 1, 2024         Registration opens
June 1, 2024                Financial Aid Application priority deadline
June 26, 2024              Registration closes
July 8, 2024                  First day of Summer Music Academy! July 26, 2024 Kinder Violin Open House
July 25 & 26, 2024       Open House for all workshops and specialty classes
July 27, 2024               Concert featuring Performance Academy students only 

 

If you have questions about Summer Music Academy, please contact program manager, Ryan Contreras.
 



Summer Music Academy is sponsored by:  

The Friends and Family of Sonja Coyman-Myklebust, in loving memory

Additional support from Kiwanis of Santa Rosa 



Photos by Susan and Neil Silverman Photography

Contact Us

Administrative Office:
50 Santa Rosa Ave
Suite 410
Santa Rosa CA 95404
Phone:  (707) 546-7097

Patron Services | Box Office:
Phone: (707) 546-8742
E-mail: tickets@srsymphony.org

 

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