2025 DATES: July 13 - August 3

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OPEN TO CELLISTS AGES 15 - 25

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IMPORTANT DATES

Early Decision Deadline: January 15, 2025

Regular Application Deadline: February 1, 2025

Notification of Acceptance: March 15, 2025

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The International Cello Institute (ICI) Summer Program is a uniquely personalized and comprehensive summer program dedicated to the cultivation of the complete cellist. Our students work with the world’s most acclaimed pedagogues and soloists from globally recognized musical and educational institutions.

Our goal is to help propel each individual student forward by supplementing their growth with compelling resources for daily technical problem solving and tools for effective artistic expression. We offer sessions presenting innovative approaches on interpretation, the refinement of cello fundamentals such as well-timed shifting, thoughtful bow planning, and how to build a varied and beautiful vibrato along with advice about effective practice techniques.

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Mission Statement:

The International Cello Institute (ICI) provides an inclusive and nurturing environment for cellists to grow and learn. Cellists are exposed to outstanding teaching, performing, and close-mentoring from experienced faculty. ICI strives to serve students from a variety of socio-economic, racial/ethnic, gender identity, and musical backgrounds. An atmosphere of excellence, coupled with compassion and collegiality, is fostered and encouraged.

Individual lessons will be scheduled throughout the three weeks of the program. All accepted participants will receive at least 6 lessons during their three weeks at ICI.
Each student will have multiple performance opportunities during the 3 weeks they are at ICI. This includes, masterclasses (in-person and online), recitals and community outreach concerts.
A variety of workshops will be offered to our students on technique, score reading, etude study, the art of practicing, and time management. This summer we are introducing “Celloside Chats”, casual discussions on career and educational advice.
Faculty including our Guest Artists and Teaching Artists will offer presentations on a range of topics. This year we will also feature faculty in a series of on site concerts.
Musicians today need to develop the necessary skills to connect with people. In the planning of community outreach events, we guide students through public speaking techniques and educate them on how to address audiences.