Nadia Boulanger believed that one could not learn to be a true musician without first having thoroughly trained the ear, and securely mastered the essential techniques of music. Only then can performers be truly free to seek their own interpretive voice and create a unique sound-world for the music they are performing.
The founders, Narcis Bonet and Philip Lasser, and the core faculty share the vision and the commitment to impart this rich musical tradition to emerging young artists. The curriculum, building upon Nadia Boulanger's vision, includes intensive chamber music coachings combined with focused coursework in the fundamental tools of musical understanding, choral singing, and optional musicianship classes.
In addition, distinguished instrumentalists and scholars are invited to give master classes and lectures. Master Class offerings vary from year to year, for more information, please consult the Master Classes page.
In July 2008 invited Pianists will have the opportunity to participate in Dr. Philip Lasser's unique seminars in piano sonority.
