2012 Sierra Academy of Music (SAM)
July 15-28, 2012
Cerro Coso College, Mammoth Lakes
Presented in collaboration with
SAM is an intensive 2-week MUSIC ACADEMY for string players and pianists age 16-24, designed to refine the skills needed for excellence in solo and ensemble performance through individual lessons, ensemble coaching, and in daily masterclasses.
Students study with the internationally renowned artist-teachers of the concurrent Mammoth Lakes Music Festival and perform prepared solo and chamber music repertoire as well as playing in a conductor-less chamber orchestra in formal concerts each Saturday.
Students younger than 16 may apply to the academy and can be admitted upon faculty evaluation.
Tuition: $720
Housing: $520-$780, depending on preference. Please see the application for details.
Meal Plan: $120-$325, depending on preference. Please see the application for details.
Merit scholarships and internships are available.
Application deadline: March 15, 2012
Faculty:
VIOLIN
Lina Bahn Professor, University of Colorado
Corey Cerovsek Renowned soloist and chamber musician
Rebecca Hang Felici Piano Trio
Aimee Kreston Colburn School, Los Angeles
Emma Noel Votapek Tucson Symphony
Jennifer Banks Gewandhaus Orchestra
VIOLA
Nokuthula Ngwenyama Renowned soloist and chamber musician
Andrew Picken Colburn School, Los Angeles
CELLO
Emilio Colón Professor, Indiana University
Brian Schuldt Felici Piano Trio
Mark Votapek Professor, University of Arizona
PIANO
Steven Vanhauwaert Felici Piano Trio
Paulina Zamora Professor, University of Chile
Faculty subject to change without notice
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