Session 2

Four-day summer camp for advanced, aspiring pianists ages 11 to 15

What To Expect

Session 2 is an intense four-day experience for mature young pianists!

• Private lessons with our faculty members, Amy Grinsteiner and Dainius Vaičekonis, and lesson observations with your peers.
• Assigned practice rooms with 2 hours of dedicated practice time each day.
• Daily Master Classes — all students will perform in one class for Professors McCabe and Sheppard.
• Seminar group activities given by UW Faculty or other experts.
• Final Showcase Recital in Brechemin Auditorium at the University of Washington.
• Participate in group sessions with the Guest Artist and Session 1 students.

Housing During Your Stay

For students traveling from out of the area, housing options are available in the University of Washington dorms across the street from the music building. There are also many hotels in the University District and near University Village. UW Housing provides multiple dining options on campus and many off-campus eateries are close by.

Session 2 is a DAY camp only. SPI provides no stewardship of students after the activities of the day are completed. If students wish to stay on campus, a parent or guardian must stay with them in the dorm.

A Typical Day

• Begin your day at 9:30 am.
• Practice in your assigned practice room (available 2 hours daily).
• Attend your private lesson and observe two other lessons.
• Participate in a workshop or seminar to expand your knowledge base and integrate the world into your musicianship.
• Participate in a Master Class by performing or observing your peers.
• End your day no later than 6:00 pm.