SUMMER MUSIC ACADEMY

JULY 14 - August 1, 2025 | MON-FRI, 9 AM - 3 PM

Registration will open February 1, 2025. Please check back for updates.

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.

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Instrument Workshops

(MON-FRI, 9 AM - 3 PM)
For 0-3 years of experience, ages 7 - 14 (Kinder Violin for ages 5 - 6)

Full days of music create a strong foundation for developing musicians (ages 7 - 14) 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 Music Fundamentals, and elective options. Students can choose an instrumental workshop from the following:

• Kinder Violin, ages 5 - 6
• Violin or Viola, ages 7 - 14
• Cello or Bass, ages 7 - 14
• Guitar, ages 7 - 14
• Woodwinds, ages 7 - 14
• Brass, ages 7 - 14

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Performance Academy

(MON-FRI, 9 AM - 3 PM)
*Select 1-week course options available.
Performance Academy Concert on Saturday, August 2, following camp.

For experienced instrumentalists; Placement audition required

Audition-based ensemble courses and advanced musicianship for 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 following camp.

Performance Academy enrollment includes specialty class electives. For more information visit the Summer Music Academy website.

• Prelude String Orchestra (3 weeks only)
• Intermezzo String Orchestra (3 weeks only)
• Intermediate Concert Band (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.

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