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in performing it, whether they are
a singer or an instrumentalist. This
then makes them become part of a
big musical community, bigger than themselves, but something they can
be a part of for a long time. They develop lifelong friendships and musical collaborations—a community of musical artists—whether they go on to perform or teach. It’s their way to express themselves and to bring people together through music.”
Program Details
The educational investment for
this summer program was $7,550 in 2019, covering tuition, housing, and meals. Boston University o ers both need-based and merit scholarships. Scholarship applications are best submitted with the program application. Applying for a scholarship does not a ect a student’s chance of being admitted.
Live auditions are held in Boston, New York, greater Washington DC, Interlochen, and Los Angeles. Pianists are not provided, so applicants need to plan for nding an accompanist. Auditions are about 10 minutes long, and students sing two memorized songs of their choosing from the classical vocal repertoire, including one in English. These are then recorded and shared with faculty who make admissions decisions by March. Applicants can also record their
own audition and upload it by the application deadline, which in 2020 is January 21.
The payo for all that hard work during the winter months? The chance to arrive at Tanglewood on July 5, 2020, and enjoy an idyllic, educational summer in one of America’s most charming cultural hotspots. The Boston University Tanglewood Institute is a worthy
option for high school singers
who can set aside six weeks in the summer and who want to experience a vocal intensive with other aspiring artists in the mountains of Western Massachusetts.
For more information about BUTI, including how to apply and audition, see www.bu.edu/cfa/tanglewood/_ admissions/.
M argaret F elice is a soprano, writer, choral conductor, and educator living
in Boston. S he has sung principal roles
in Carmen, The Magic Flute, The Marriage of Figaro, Don Giovanni, Suor Angelica, The Crucible, and other operatic and theatrical productions. She
is executive director of Boston S ingers’
R esource. R ead more, hear her sing, or contact her at margaretfelice.com.
VOCAL/CHORAL INTENSIVE
July 6–18, 2020
A two-week summer program for high school-aged singers who are looking to build technical performance skills and musicianship.
William Cutter and Patty Thom, program directors.
VOCAL PEDAGOGY PROFESSIONAL WORKSHOP
July 9–12, 2020
A four-day professional development program for voice instructors and music educators with unique learning opportunities in both musical theater and classical voice pedagogy.
Kevin Wilson, program director.
Learn more and apply at
BOSTONCONSERVATORY.BERKLEE.EDU
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