Strings, Piano, Winds Academy program

The Academy Program for Gifted Youth's Strings, Piano, Winds program is divided into four main levels: 

• Junior Academy
• Intermediate Academy
• Associate Academy
• Senior Academy

Those students not placed into one of these levels may be considered for Academy Participant status.

New students are placed in the program based on the results of their audition, while those already in the Academy are required to re-audition yearly to maintain or improve their standing.

Junior Academy

Students ranging in age from 6 to 12 benefit from the extensive technical enrichment provided at this level. Emphasis is on developing technical proficiency and musical skills. In addition to weekly technique classes, students are instructed in basic musical concepts and theory, and work with an accompanist. Regular recitals help them develop performance skills and gain confidence on their instrument.

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Intermediate Academy

For students between the ages of 8 and 14 who are playing advanced repertoire, but who are still developing their performance skills. Weekly sessions include chamber music, masterclasses and recitals, combined with regular sessions with an accompanist.

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Associate Academy

An "entry level" Senior Academy program, Associate Academy is for students ages 10+ who are playing advanced repertoire (Grade 8 and up). Students receive weekly master or technique classes and chamber music coaching, as well as regular sessions with an accompanist.

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Senior Academy

For musically mature students ages 10 to 18 who are playing advanced repertoire. Students receive weekly master or technique classes and chamber music coaching, as well as regular sessions with an accompanist.

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Academy Participant

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