Community Programs

Ensembles

Children's Choir directed by Christina Montalto
Children between the ages of 8-13 will be able to participate in daily rehearsals learning the essentials of choir singing. Participants will be exposed to music reading, ear training, and techniques of using the voice. We will explore different styles and genres of music while singing in harmony and having a lot of fun. The week will end with a concert of all prepared materials. Minimum of 6 participants.
Rock Ensemble directed by Vincent Muscarella
Want to play like a rock star? Classical music sure is fun, but we are bringing you the best of Rock N' Roll! Daily rehearsals will consist of jamming and re-creating your favorite Rock songs learning classic tunes and solos we all know and love. Learn to play your instrument within a rock band setting and gain your star power with a concert at the end! Your own instrument is required, but experience is not.
Chamber Ensemble
For those looking to play and participate in a Chamber Music Ensemble - look no further. Here you will be able to play your instrument with others bringing Classical pieces to life. Basic knowledge of your instrument is desired, but your love of learning and performing is you'll need. Rehearsals will culminate with a concert of all pieces learned.
Festival Chorus directed by Alexander Dashnaw
This year the Festival Chorus will perform the "Gloria" from Puccini's Messe di Gloria, Ralph Vaughan Williams' Serenade to Music and a group of Canadian folk songs under the direction of Alexander Dashnaw. Rehearsals will be held Monday through Friday of Festival Week and a dress rehearsal with instruments will precede the Festival Concert on Saturday.
If you are singing in the Festival Chorus here are links to where you can purchase the scores: Serenade to Music – R. Vaughn Williams and Gloria - G. Puccini. Note: If you purchase the scores from another location, please be sure they are the same editions as those linked above.

Ensembles: Rehearsals one hour every day (Monday - Friday), one concert. Schedules to be announced. Tuition for ensembles $25.00 (US) per student, for Festival Chorus $25.00 (US) per individual.

Ensembles will be held at the Moulin Bernier in Courcelles and Église St-Vital in Lambton.

Lessons

Woodwind and Brass with Samantha Clarke
Learn and expand your knowledge of all woodwind and brass instruments. This includes Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, Trumpet, Trombone and Tuba. Lessons can be scheduled and tailored to your needs. Own instrument is required, but experience is not. A love of learning and a desire to play is definitely a plus!
Guitar - Electric and Classical with Guitar Faculty
Learn and expand your knowledge of Guitar, electric and classical. Lessons are one-on-one and can be tailored to fit your schedule and needs. Own instrument is required, but experience is not. A love of learning and a desire to play is definitely a plus!
Strings with Dale Stuckenbruck and String Faculty
String Lessons include, but are not limited to, Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass. No experience is necessary, but one's own instrument is required. Lessons can be tailored to fit your needs and schedule and are sure to be inspiring. Bring your inner virtuoso to life with lessons to expand your technique and playing ability.
Voice lessons – Valérie Belanger and Voice Faculty
Learn the basics of voice technique and expand the quality of your natural instrument. The essentials of breathing, placement and repertoire will be covered in each lesson. Lessons can be scheduled to your liking and tailored to your needs. No experience necessary, just a desire to sing!

Individual Lessons: total of five (5) lessons scheduled Monday to Friday, 45-minutes each. Concert Sunday, August 2. Tuition $225.00 (US)

Lessons will be held at the Moulin Bernier in Courcelles and Église St-Vital in Lambton.

Registration Information

Please complete this online application form before submitting any tuition fee(s).

To register online via PayPal visit the Tuition & Tickets page.

To register through the mail, please make your check payable to
Midsummer Music School & Festival
and mail to:

Midsummer Music School & Festival
PO Box 52
St. James, NY 11780

When sending your check please indicate for which program(s) you are registering.

All fees are in US Dollars.

For more information please contact Christina Montalto at midsummermusicca@gmail.com.