Summer Organ Academy
General Information
Baroque organ demonstration at the Memorial Art Gallery in Rochester, NY on July 12, 2023.
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)
Read our blog: Eastman Summer Spotlight: Summer Organ Academy
