Highlights of the Camp
- Dates: Sunday, July 6 – Sunday, July 13, 2025
- Faculty: See below for our Summer 2024 faculty. 2025 faculty will be announced soon.
- Instruments Accepted: Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass
- Enrollment Cap: 28
- Audition required: See registration form for details.
- Student Cost: $950 Tuition + Lodging & Meals (amount to be set by Lawrence University; options available for commuters) (Early Bird pricing for 2025 announced soon)
Join us at LSMI
Lawrence Violin Professor Samantha George invites you to join us at LSMI.
Summer 2024 Faculty (2025 faculty will be announced soon)
Faculty: Samantha George, violin
George is an associate professor of music and violin in the Lawrence Conservatory of Music.
Faculty: Catherine Kautsky, piano
“...somebody put their heart and soul and being into writing a piece, and your job is to do the same.” — Kautsky
Faculty: Matthew Michelic, viola
“I seek to help each individual become freer in their physical approach, to thrive through challenges, and to find more joy as they further their artistry.” — Michelic
Faculty: Michael Mizrahi, piano
“Being a successful musician…involves a sense of adventure and curiosity…” — Mizrahi
Faculty: Mark Urness, double bass
Mark is an associate professor of music at Lawrence and an award-winning bassist, composer, and educator whose recorded work demonstrates a, "command of the instrument..." (Bass World magazine).
Faculty: Taide Prieto, cello
Equally at home as a performer and educator, Peruvian cellist Taide Prieto has traveled the world sharing her passion for music with both audiences and students alike.
Curriculum
- A short chamber music repertoire assignment, coached by members of our faculty, and culminating in a performance
- Private Lesson(s)
- Symposia – topical discussions that will help you grow your musicianship
- Skills Development Workshops (arranging, improvising, etc.)
Sample Schedule
7:45 – 8:45 a.m. – Breakfast
9 – 10 a.m. – Chamber rehearsal
10 – 11 a.m. – Chamber coaching
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Symposium
12 – 1 p.m. – Lunch
1 – 2 p.m. – Free time
2 – 3 p.m. – Private lesson
3 – 4 p.m. – Chamber rehearsal
4 – 5 p.m. – Sound walk or outdoor games
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Dinner
7 – 9:30 p.m. – Attend a concert / fun curated activity / group music making (improv, songwriting, large ensemble playing)
Applications for the 2024 LSMI have closed. If you have interest in attending the 2025 Institute, please follow the link above to submit an interest inquiry form, or check back here when live application forms are posted soon. For questions about applications, fellowships, scholarships, or for any other information please email summermusicinstitute@lawrence.edu.