Summer Piano Festival

Summer Piano Festival (Ages 8-18)

Join us for five days of activities designed to bring pianists together in a fun, interactive piano ensemble program. Participants enjoy the social aspects of playing in an ensemble with one another, as well as learning the skills to play in a small group.

Program Features:

• Open to any pianist, ages 8-18 (you do not need to study at WCMS to participate); younger students may be considered at the discretion of the Artistic Director
• Each student is coached daily in a 4- or 6-hand piano ensemble
• Build musicianship skills that go far beyond what is taught in your weekly piano lesson
• Core classes will include piano repertoire, music theory, and piano technique
• Option to perform a solo piece in addition to ensemble
• Lunchtime games, fun musical activities, and talent show
• Final concert for family and friends at the end of the program!

Auditions:  Auditions are held in April and May; see below for requirements

Administrative Directors: 

• Laurie Russell and Sara Schwindt
• Please contact the administrative directors with any questions about the program!

Enrollment Information: A placement audition is mandatory for everyone. Participants must be age 8–18 as of June 1, 2023. Please complete an Audition Form to bring with you to the audition. All audition slots are full, but we encourage you to sign up for the wait list by clicking on any of the dates below. We will contact you if an audition spot opens up.

Audition Requirements:

• Applicants should play one major or minor scale of their choice
• One polished piece
• Assessment of music theory knowledge
• Sight reading

Once the audition process has been completed and you have been notified of acceptance into the program, our registrar will contact you to complete the enrollment process.