History/General Information
Kent/Blossom Music is operated by Kent State University in cooperation with The Cleveland Orchestra and Blossom Music Center.
A KEY TO MUSICAL SUCCESS A Blossom summer is an unparalleled
experience for advanced performance opportunities. Over 2,250
alumni have shared the Blossom experience since 1968 and propelled
many into major artistic positions including 20 current members
of The Cleveland Orchestra, 17 in Atlanta Symphony in addition
to the New York Philharmonic, Boston Symphony, Philadelphia
Orchestra along with the Emerson, Miami, Borromeo, Arriana,
Grancino and Euclid Quartets, just to mention a few. |
THE PERFECT MIX OF CHAMBER and ORCHESTRAL TRAINING
Students will gain invaluable insight and experience as they are mentored by these artists in chamber music, orchestral repertoire and private lessons. |
CHAMBER MUSIC
Kent/Blossom
Music emphasizes the intensive study of chamber music under professional
artistic standards and time frames. Each student performs an average
of five major works during the six-weeks. Assignments change every
two weeks maximizing individual contact with repertoire, colleagues
and faculty coaches.
Chamber Music will be coached by our world-class string, wind and piano faculty including Joela Jones, Spencer Myer, Joshua Smith, Frank Rosenwein, Dan McKelway & Miami String Quartet.
ORCHESTRAL STUDIES
A side-by-side performance, with
The Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom Music Center.
Chamber Orchestra concert with Cleveland Orchestra Assistant Conductor.
MASTER CLASSES
Explore
solo repertoire and other special topics with world-renowned guest
artists.
SCHOLARSHIP
Full scholarships covering instructional fees are awarded to all students ($4,000 value).
HOUSING/MEALS/COLLEGE CREDIT
Deluxe accommodations in NEW air conditioned residence hall - $1,800 per student
or
Local host family option $700 per student (certain limitations apply).
Meals: may be purchased in KSU facilities
or off campus.
Estimated cost per student $475.
Academic credit: through Kent State University at the baccalaureate, masters, or doctoral level is available upon request.
Cultural activities: at no cost to participants include Cleveland Orchestra concerts at Blossom Music Center, Kent/Blossom Music Concert series and Porthouse Theater productions offered by Kent/Blossom Theater.
Recreational opportunities: include golf, indoor swimming, tennis, racquetball, ice skating, aerobics classes and one of the most advanced fitness facilities in Ohio !