SMA Summer Music School 2024
11th - 18th August
St. Catherine's School
We are back this coming summer!
SMA International Summer Music School 2024 at St Catherine's School Bramley
Date:
11th August to 18th August 2024
Event Highlights:
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Spectacular week-long summer music school
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Residential and non-residential options
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For aged 5-16 pianists, orchestral instrument players, and singers
Program Features:
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Daily improvisation with young artists
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Masterclasses for various instruments
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Ensembles, choirs, and chamber music groups
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Two orchestras: Junior (Grades 1-3) and SMA Senior (Grade 4 to Grade 8+)
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Mini Musicianship program for beginners
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Gala concert featuring mini musicians, juniors, and professionals
Location:
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St Catherine's School in Guildford
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Guildford: Surrounded by Surrey Hills and waterways, less than an hour from London and Heathrow Airport
School Facilities:
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Founded in 1885, over 130 years of educational excellence
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27-acre grounds with professional concert facilities
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Anniversary Halls: 300-seat auditorium/concert hall, drama studios, sports hall, dance studio
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World-class facilities, renowned music tutors, and opportunities to make lifelong friends
Accommodation:
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Boarders stay at the new Six Form Building (opened in February 2021)
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Large common room and kitchen
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44 brand-new twin bedrooms, fully furnished
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Personalized notice boards and study desks for each student
ABOUT OUR PROGRAMME
Improvisation workshop
Improvisation has played a powerful role in musicianship development, it helps to level the playing field of students.
Chamber Music
Chamber groups are formed before the course to allow students time to prepare their parts.
Masterclass
Every student will be attending a Masterclass on their primary instrument.
Symphony Orchestra
If you play an orchestral instrument you will join one of our orchestral groups.
Vocal Course
A fabulous singing course for 5-16 year old, with boarding and day options. Led by inspiring tutors, styles include musical theatre and classical music
OUR FACULTY
Our faculty members are highly influential musicians in the industry. In every course they teach, they bring their rich experience, knowledge and passion to the lessons. Get to know our talented team below, and feel free to reach out with questions.
