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Young Musicians Day
A collaboration with Bravo! Vail Music Makers Haciendo Música and other classical music organizations in Colorado.
Create meaningful connections and inspire musical curiosity!
About the program
A collaboration with Bravo! Vail Music Makers Haciendo Música and other classical music organizations in Colorado.
Friday, June 30 – Saturday, July 1 | Ages 12-17
Accepting applications for violin, viola, cello and double bass
What to expect?
Get Training – Improve your playing and technique through rehearsals and workshops from Bravo! Vail’s teaching staff and musicians in residence.
Build Friendships – Connect with a new group of young musicians through ensemble playing, music appreciation, and social activities.
Immerse Yourself – Enjoy the full experience of attending a live orchestra performance by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Bravo! Vail Music Festival.
Explore the Area – Discover the natural beauty of Vail, Colorado.
Perform a Concert – Young Musicians Day culminates in a large ensemble student performance at Bravo! Vail Music Festival.
Students should be proficient at reading music and have prior experience in playing in an ensemble. See below for detailed prerequisites. Applications are required.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Apply
Open for Application on February 1, 2023
Check back here to apply
Deadline to apply: April 15, 2023
Tuition & Fees
$125 tuition fee will be due upon admission to the program. Limited scholarships are available.
Tuition will cover two lunches and one dinner, plus all coaching, workshops, and activities.
Application Requirements
Accepting applications for violin, viola, cello and double bass. Students should be studying 2-octave major scales in the key of C, G, D, A, B-flat, F. All string players should be at should be on or above Book 3 of the Suzuki Method or equivalent.
- All Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a private teacher or ensemble director, a video recording of two of the listed scales, and a solo work that best represents your current level of playing.
- Applicants must be able to read music and have some experience playing in an ensemble. Students will be expected to work on assigned parts with at home teacher ahead of attending Young Musicians Day.
Location & Transportation
Young Musicians Day will commence at 10am on Friday, June 30 at Edwards Interfaith Chapel (32138 US-6, Edwards, CO 81632). Transportation details will be provided by your associate organization.
Overnight Housing
Upon Admission, students will be referred to local discounted hotel housing available through Bravo! Vail partners. Out of town students requiring overnight housing will stay with organization chaperone or parent. Additional charges for overnight stay will be added to tuition fee.
Student Preparation
Upon admission, students will be sent music to practice in advance.
Students should bring their instruments, backpack, water bottle, sunscreen, rain jacket, outdoor shoes, and performance attire consisting of black bottoms, white tops, black socks or stockings, black dress shoes.
Overnight supplies to prepare should include pajamas and toiletries. Snacks are welcome and meals will be provided.
Safety
All teaching staff, host families, and Festival artists are professionally background checked.
Schedule
Subject to change
Friday, June 30
- 10am Arrive, Orientation
- 10:30am -12:30pm Rehearse
- 12:30pm Lunch/Break
- 1:30pm-2:30pm Sectionals
- 2:30pm Break
- 2:45-3:45pm Rehearsal
- 4:00pm Travel to Ford Amphitheater, Free Time Outdoors
- 5:00pm Pre-Concert Performance with Bravo! Vail MMHM Students
- 5:30pm-6:00pm Picnic Dinner on Lawn
- 6:00pm Dallas Symphony Orchestra Concert
Saturday, July 1
- Breakfast on your own
- 9am Arrive at EIC
- 9:15am-10:15 Rehearsal
- 10:15am Run Through
- 10:45am Break
- 11:00am Workshop with Guest Artists
- 12:00pm Lunch
- 1:00pm Concert