We had a wonderful two weeks in July of piano instruction and music-making in Pérez Hall. Stay tuned for details of next summer's program which will be announced here early in 2025.

Why join the Summer Music Academy

Junior Program

Dates: July 20 and 21, 2024 - Registration deadline extended to July 1 (or until spaces are filled)

Join us for a weekend of piano activities! There will be ensemble playing, music games, creativity, and solo classes. The weekend will finish with a concert. Please note that students should be taking private piano lessons already.

Intermediate and Senior Program

Dates: July 22-26, 2024 and/or July 29-August 2 - Registration now closed

Piano students are invited to participate in a week of musical activities. All students will develop their skills in solo performance, creative music, and ensemble playing.Activities take place in the Perez Building on campus. The week will end with a concert of student performances in Tabaret Hall. Please note that students should be taking private piano lessons already. If you have any questions regarding ability levels, please feel free to contact us.
 

Our instructors

Catherine Donkin
Victor Avila
Sherry Lu
Yves Laroche

Learn more about our instructors
Senior students of the Summer Music Academy

Program details

Junior Program

Program Dates: July 20 and 21, 2024 - Registration deadline extended to July 1 (or until spaces are filled)

Ages - 7-10

Level - up to, and including, Conservatory Level 2

Schedule - Saturday, July 20th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; Sunday, July 21st 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cost - $210 (all inclusive – tax not applicable)

 

Intermediate and Senior Program

Program Dates: July 22-26, 2024 and/or July 29-August 2 - Registration now closed

Intermediate Program

Ages - 9-12 years

Level - minimum Conservatory Level 3

Schedule - 2:30-8:00 pm daily

Cost - $400 per week (all inclusive – tax not applicable)

Senior Program

Ages - 13-17 years

Level - minimum Conservatory Level 5

Schedule - 2:30-8:00 pm daily

Cost - $400 per week (all inclusive – tax not applicable)

Students playing string instruments

See what other Summer Academies uOttawa has to offer!

Discover our Summer Academy programs at the School of Music, where students of all levels can enhance their musical skills. Join us for a summer of growth, inspiration, and unforgettable musical experiences.
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Contact us

Registration

For registration forms and payment links, please contact Catherine Donkin.