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SUMMER MUSIC INSTITUTE

About the Institute

 UGA's Summer Music Institute boasts a performance-intensive curriculum serving advanced students who are seriously considering music as a major area of study in college. All Summer Music Institute participants will perform in a chamber ensemble coached by Institute faculty.  Students will also enjoy numerous lectures and laboratory exercises which are designed for the advanced musician. Concentrations include chorus, band, orchestra, guitar, and piano.

Several criteria are at play in the selection of the most serious musicians for the Summer Music Institute.  Rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors will be considered for the experience.  Musicians who have been selected as members of All-State Band, Orchestra, Choir, or Jazz Band; Governor’s Schools; regional youth orchestras; and Wind ensembles will receive strong consideration for acceptance into the Summer Music Institute.

Auditions

Students will be considered based upon faculty evaluation of a recorded audition. The recording should include a lyrical and a technical selection of the applicant's choice. Recordings may be audio-only or video, and may be emailed to smcamp@uga.edu (attached files for audio (please include the camper's name in the file name), or YouTube links for video).

Additionally, a recommendation letter from either the student's school music director or their private teacher must be submitted by the application deadline. Letters may be emailed to smcamp@uga.edu (please attach as a PDF file with recommender's signature) or sent via postal mail.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition

  • Day Campers: $420.00* 
    • Includes lunch and dinner
  • Dorm Campers: $520.00*
    • Includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and housing
*Note: The $50 deposit payable upon application counts toward the cost of tuition.

Private Lessons (Optional)

Private lessons with Hugh Hodgson School of Music faculty are optional. If desired, add the appropriate fee for one or two lessons to the base cost of tuition.
  • One Session (60 minutes): $54.00 
    • Piano students are encouraged to take a minimum of one lesson.
  • Two Sessions (60 minutes each): $108.00

Ensembles & Faculty 

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  • Institute Wind Ensemble
    • Director: Dr. Cynthia Johnston Turner
  • Institute String Ensemble
    • Director: Prof. Maggie Snyder
  • Institute Choir
    • Director: Dr. JD Burnett
  • Other Applied Faculty
    • HHSOM
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June 3-7, 2018

May 1, 2018
Application Deadline

May 12, 2018
Acceptance Notification


May 28, 2018
Late Application Deadline


June 3, 2018
Institute Registration

June 7, 2018
Final Concerts

Application

Apply Here

Information Packet

Music Institute Info Packet.pdf
File Size: 629 kb
File Type: pdf
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Age Requirements

All Institute participants must be rising 10th graders or older.

Questions?

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Schedule of Events

Below is a brief outline of the schedule during the  UGA Summer Music Institute. The outline illustrates the class periods particularly for the band, orchestra, and chorus students. Pianists and guitarists will follow a similar class schedule, but will have classes instead of large ensemble rehearsals.

  • Sunday
    • 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM - Registration
    • 1:00 PM - Auditions
    • 5:30 PM - Dinner
    • 7:00 PM - Institute Orientation Meeting
    • 7:45 PM- Ensemble Rehearsal
  • Monday , Tuesday, and Wednesday 
    • 7:15 AM - Breakfast
    • 8:15 AM - Music Theory
    • 9:45 AM - Ensemble Rehearsal
    • 11:15 AM - Chamber Ensembles
    • 12:00 PM - Lunch
    • 1:30 PM - Ensemble Rehearsal
    • 2:45 PM - Masterclass
    • 4:00 PM - Institute Elective
    • 5:00 PM - Music History
    • 5:45 PM - Dinner
    • 7:00 PM - Ensemble Rehearsal
    • 8:00 PM - Evening Activity
  • Thursday
    • 7:15 AM - Breakfast
    • 8:15 AM - Music Theory
    • 9:45 AM - Ensemble Rehearsal
    • 12:00 PM - Lunch
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Dorm Check-out
    • 3:00 PM - Final Camp Concerts Begin


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Apply Now

We can't wait to have you on board for this summer's experience! Apply online, or download and submit the paper application to our office. The entire application, including required forms and fees, must be submitted by the deadline. 
Apply Now!
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Required Forms

Safety first! As a part of your application, we will need some medical information, the consent of your parent or guardian, and some other important details required by UGA policy. Please complete and submit all the documents in the PDF packet below. (Please note that the Medication Authorization Form included in the packet is required; if you do not take any routine medication, indicate that.)
Required Forms
File Size: 2622 kb
File Type: pdf
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This form works best when you download it and complete it in Adobe Reader!
You may submit your completed packet to our office using any of the following methods:
  • Electronic Submission    Press the "Submit" button after completing the document in Adobe Reader.
  • Email    smcamp@uga.edu
  • Fax    (706) 542-0846
  • Postal Mail
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  • Summer Camps
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      • Schedule
      • Apply
      • Drum Major Downloads
    • Pay Online
    • Download 2017 Recordings
  • FAQ
    • Dates & Deadlines
    • Admissions & Audition Details
    • Age & Eligibility
    • Payments & Financial Assistance
    • Security & Medical Needs
    • Registration & Daily Schedule
    • Camp & Institute Classes
    • Dorm Details & Packing List
    • Dining
    • Marching Band Details
  • Payment Portal
  • Contact
    • External Links >
      • Hugh Hodgson School of Music
      • Orchestra Festival
      • UGA String Project
      • UGA Community Music School
      • University of Georgia
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