Nothing says summer like strings! 🎻🎶
Join us for El Sistema Colorado’s FREE Summer String Festival, a 7-day intensive instrumental music experience open to late elementary, middle school and high school string musicians. Under the direction and ensemble leadership of Lizandro Valentin Garcia from Centro Educativo Musical Tomza (CEMUT) and El Eistema’s own Jacob Kiminski, this 7-day symphonic extravaganza explores topics like leadership, wellness, equity, social awareness, identity, belonging, personal artistry, and much more – all through the joyful pursuit of musical excellence. Orchestra rehearsals, instrument-based yoga and wellness sessions, electives like music history and improvisation, and conducting masterclasses will allow young musicians to explore every aspect of their passion for music. Recitals from El Sistema Colorado’s extraordinary faculty, international guest faculty, and renowned BIPOC guest artists will round out an experience that, ultimately, will give musicians the agency, confidence, and voice to contribute to their communities in a positive and meaningful way.
No audition is necessary, but a reference from a music teacher/mentor is required on the application. We already have 70+ students signed up across three ensemble levels! If you’ve got string experience and are ready to take your playing to the next level — come join us for a week of growth, connection, and music-making! 🎻
As always, El Sistema Colorado is thrilled to offer this experience totally free of charge. In keeping with their commitment to breaking down socioeconomic barriers to music education, ESC will prioritize applicants from “low” and “very low” socioeconomic backgrounds as defined by the state and federal income guidelines.
Donations are welcome to help support this incredible project! It costs about $271 to send one student to camp — any amount helps us make this transformative experience accessible to all. 😄 Learn more at
https://www.elsistemacolorado.org/.
*Please note that completing the application does not guarantee a place at the festival. El Sistema Colorado will reach out to you with next steps to confirm your spot!
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