Vocal Studies

2024 Program Dates

Wednesday July 10 - Sunday, July 28, 2024

Open to classical singers at graduate and young artist levels who are interested in a focused and intense learning and performing experience.

Application Deadline: March 1

program description

Wintergreen Music invites four singers to the inspiring Blue Ridge Mountains to polish their audition experience under the guidance of Chair of Vocal Studies Heather Johnson and additional voice faculty. Students will receive daily coachings, masterclasses, private lessons, and seminars in professional development and networking. They will also participate in chamber music and interdisciplinary project groups, and perform side-by-side with LEAD Co-op Faculty.

STUDIES INCLUDE:

• Multiple masterclasses per week, including voice-specific and cross-disciplinary opportunities

• Daily coachings with Faculty

• One private lesson per week

• Practice time with collaborative pianists and/or vocal coach

• Instruction on vocal and mental health, the audition process, stage presence, and so much more

• Guidance and experience speaking from the stage

• Cross-disciplinary chamber music experience with LEAD student instrumentalists

• Study collaborative art song repertoire under the guidance of our world-renowned Faculty, with an emphasis on exploring leadership

• Build a professional portfolio, including items such as recordings, resume, bios, and internet presence

• Participate in the guided creation of a collaborative, flexible, and cross-disciplinary project that defines the future of our industry

• A collaborative evening of song, featuring LEAD voice students and faculty

• Time and space for student-led projects with guidance from faculty

• Custom workshops crafted by incoming students

Highlights include:

• Enrollment for active participants will be capped at four students, creating opportunities for conversation, camaraderie, and collegiality.

• Free access to nearly all Wintergreen Music Festival performances (a $900 value)

• Beautiful hiking trails, breathtaking overlooks, and free access to the Wintergreen Resort Fitness and Aquatics center

Application Deadlines and Information

Deadlines

• March 1: Application Deadline ($65 fee)
  

Acceptances

Decisions regarding admission will be published by March 15 via email from the Acceptd application portal.

Application requirements

1. Video recordings of at least two contrasting works demonstrating your best singing. Must include at least one selection in English and one in another language. Different eras and styles recommended. Applicants may upload files or provide a link during the application process.

2. Current performing resume, including repertoire list.

3. Contact information for one reference.

4. Video recording of yourself describing a meaningful leadership experience and why it impacted you. 2 minutes or less.

Visit https://app.getacceptd.com/wintergreen for more details.

FEES

• Application:
  

  • $65 on or before March 1

• Tuition:

  • $200 non-refundable deposit (Tuition is FREE!) This fee helps to cover admission to the aquatics center, admission to all Festival events, a Festival t-shirt, transportation from and to the Charlottesville airport, train station, or bus terminal, a meal at a local restaurant and a handful of pizza nights.

• Room & Board:

  • Students will be responsible for securing their own housing accommodations and food for the duration of the program. A list of local AirB&B and VRBO will be provided upon acceptance and transportation to local grocery stores will be provided.

Please visit our Applications and Fees page for more information.

Financial Need

Other than the $200 non-refundable deposit, tuition is free for students! If you need additional assistance to help cover the cost of housing, please contact Education Coordinator, Brenna Wiinanen, to request more information.

CONTACT

For questions or more information, please contact Education Coordinator Brenna Wiinanen (education@wintergreenmusic.org).

*details subject to change