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How to Find an Adult Piano Camp

Are you a novice who wants to learn to play piano? Or a music teacher who is a bit rusty? Maybe an experienced pianist who is considering playing professionally?

How does the idea of an adult piano camp sound to you? If you would like to immerse yourself in a week-long program for adults, this article will point the way.

Things You'll Need

  • A desire to learn classical or jazz piano or improve how you play piano
  • Immersion for up to a week at an adult piano camp or program
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Instructions

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      Consider Your Learning Style and Temperament

      Musicians, especially pianists, can be solitary creatures. Consider what 'you' need to thrive in a piano immersion program. Is privacy and a high degree of personal attention important to you? Would learning in a very small group (less than 4) work best for you? Do you want to learn and perform with others? Consider your own learning style and also whether you are amenable to dormitory type housing versus private accommodations. These factors can help narrow down the choices and ensure the best possible outcome for you.

    • 2

      Look at Adult Piano Week in a College Environment in Pennsylvania

      There are week-long programs by Summertrios held at Bryn Mawr College in Philadephia, PA and at Wilson College in Chambersburg, PA. Programs are designed for varying interests and ability levels for those who play piano or strings or winds. You will choose two works to prepare for the week. You'll have six sessions, coaching, and may be assigned to or can choose repertoire, appropriate to your level

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      Think About a Piano Escape in Wilton, New Hampshire

      On a 100-acre campus in a valley with picturesque mountains an hour and a half from Boston is a program called PianoScape. For one week in August each year, adults of all levels are immersed in private lessons, master classes, open jam sessions, ensemble playing and recitals. Dormitories with private rooms are on campus and 3 meals are served daily.

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      Consider Piano Immersion Class in Lubec, Maine

      Five-day programs for adults are offered from late June to early September each year. One of the draws of the Summerkeys program is the remote and 'heartbreakingly beautiful' location on the sunrise coast of Maine. Each week, 16 adult piano students study classical and jazz piano. Housing is not provided, but there are fabulous Bed & Breakfast accommodations in the charming town of Lubec.

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      Check Out Adult Piano Camp in Old Bennington, VT

      A week long program for all levels of adult piano enthusiasts and professionals is offered nine times a year, a program called Sonata.
      Intense practice, master classes, private and group lessons, and recitals are designed so that participants improve their piano playing skills quickly and significantly. There are even 'monster ensembles' and orchestra forums. Dormitory rooms are on campus (2 to 5 people per room) and 3 meals a day are served.

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