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The University of Georgia: Summer Music Institute
Overview
A five-day intensive residential and commuter music program for rising 10th–12th graders featuring performance in chorus, band, orchestra, piano, and guitar, with required chamber ensemble and optional private lessons from Hugh Hodgson School of Music faculty.
At a glance
Deadline
Apr 1140 days
Sessions
Jun1 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential
Location
Athens, GA
Cost
$500–$1,499from $500
Entering grades
10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Highly selective; preference given to All-State Band/Orchestra/Choir/Jazz Band members, Governor's Schools participants, regional youth orchestra members, and wind ensemble members.
Application requirements
Audition
Recorded audition submitted as unlisted YouTube video; Wind and String players: lyrical and technical selections of applicant's choice; Percussionists: mallets, snare, and timpani recordings; Vocalists: two selections of applicant's choice; Pianists: solo literature recently performed or studied.
Recommendation Letter
Required from school music director or private teacher
Parental Consent
Parental/guardian consent and minors authorization forms required per UGA policy
Cost & sessions
Day Campers: $500 (includes lunch and dinner); Dorm Campers: $600 (includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and housing); Application fee: $50 (non-refundable, counts toward tuition); Private lessons (optional): $60 per 60-minute session.
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