Watch a video of the 2009 Sierra Academy of Music 2010 Sierra Academy of Music (SAM) July 18-31, 2010 Cerro Coso College, Mammoth Lakes Presented in collaboration with SAM is an intensive music academy for promising young string players and pianists age 14-24, designed to develop and refine the skills needed for excellence in solo and ensemble performance. A limited number of woodwind players will be accepted. The weekly schedule consists of alternating days of private lessons, coached ensemble sessions, and masterclasses with outstanding faculty members – the internationally-renowned artists of the concurrent Mammoth Lakes Music Festival. Students' daily schedules include individual practice time, chamber orchestra rehearsals, and student ensemble rehearsals, as well as a language class and faculty concerts at night. While this is an intensive course, students will also enjoy the uniquely beautiful mountain setting in organized outdoor activities. Students study and perform prepared solo repertoire like sonatas and concertos, as well as trios, quartets, and larger ensembles from the chamber music literature covering styles from baroque to contemporary. The development of sight-reading skills is emphasized in the ensemble playing. Students will be placed in ensembles commensurate with their playing level and available instrumentation. Students younger than 14 may apply and will be admitted upon faculty evaluation if their playing level is commensurate with the requirements for the course, and if accompanied by an adult for the duration of the course. Students younger than 14 may also be invited to attend the "SAM Jr." course. Tuition, Room and Board: $1,950* Application deadline: June 15, 2010 *Based on double occupancy at the new Gateway Student Apartments. See application form for details on single occupancy room and board, or tuition without room and board. Merit scholarships and internship options are available for qualifying students. Please inquire upon submitting your application. Applications from new students should include the following: Application form (click here to download .PDF) A CD or MP3 file containing 2 contrasting works from the solo repertoire, approximately 3-5 minute excerpts of each. A letter (or email) of recommendation from an experienced teacher or qualified musician who can confirm the applicant's ability to participate in this program. If the applicant is a student of one of the faculty members, the audition tape requirement is waived. Faculty: VIOLIN Lina Bahn Corigliano String Quartet, Prof. U. of Colorado Corey Cerovsek Renowned soloist and chamber musician Rebecca Hang Felici Piano Trio Aimee Kreston Colburn School, Los Angeles Josefina Vergara LA Chamber Orchestra Emma Noel Votapek Tucson Symphony VIOLA Nokuthula Ngwenyama Prof. Indiana University Andrew Picken Associate Principal Viola, LA Opera Orch. CELLO Emilio Colón Prof. Indiana University Brian Schuldt Felici Piano Trio Mark Votapek Prof. U of Arizona PIANO Steven Vanhauwaert Felici Piano Trio Sarkis Baltaian Prof. U. of Alabama in Huntsville Faculty subject to change without notice

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