Summer Organ Academy

General Information

Description

Come experience the thriving pipe organ culture at Eastman in this five-day intensive institute for high school and collegiate organists. Each day will include private and group instruction from world-renowned performers and pedagogues, as well as daily access to a wide variety of instruments. Participants will have the opportunity to perform in master classes focusing on repertoire, sacred music skills, improvisation, and technique. Additionally, students will attend lectures that include topics such as:

  • Practice techniques
  • Figured bass and improvisation
  • History and context of organ repertoire
  • Anthem accompaniment
  • Hymn playing

The program will conclude with two participant concerts on Saturday in Christ Church and Third Presbyterian Church.

Additional Info

All applicants should contact James Kealey at http://www.esm.rochester.edu/organ

Orientation: Sunday, June 29th, 2025, at 6 PM in Schmitt Hall

Faculty & Current Students Concerts: Monday-Thursday at 7:30 PM in various local churches

Participant Concerts: Saturday, July 5 (morning and afternoon) at Christ Church and Third Presbyterian Church (Rochester, NY)