Conductors and Singers!
New Condensed Academy Program!
New Dates!
After careful consideration PaTRAM is restructuring the Summer Academy into a more condensed and focused program. Our students will receive the BEST instruction from the finest faculty with significant savings on expenses for accommodations and tuition.
The PaTRAM Institute Summer Academy will be held at the Princeton Theological Seminary in beautiful Princeton, NJ. This very unique event will accommodate all levels of church musician and will be taught by some of the finest instructors in the world.
Beginner-Intermediate Conductors Program ~ June 21-24
Advanced Conductors Master Class ~ June 21-24
Singers Workshop (all levels) ~ June 21-24
The Academy will culminate in the celebration of the All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy at St. Alexander Nevsky Diocesan Cathedral in nearby Howell, NJ.
Uniting Musical Excellence with Orthodox Worship!
Dr. Peter Jermihov, Artistic Director, along with a stellar faculty will provide intensive training for the advanced and aspiring church musician in the following disciplines:
ADVANCED CONDUCTORS *** BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE CONDUCTORS*ALL CONDUCTOR-STUDENTS will arrive on THURSDAY, JUNE 21 early morning (exact time will be announced), for Registration.
Classes begin Thursday morning, June 21.
A PROFESSIONAL CHOIR will serve as the practice instrument for the Conductor-Students!
VOCAL TECHNIQUE for SINGERS (All levels)
*ALL SINGER-STUDENTS will arrive on THURSDAY, JUNE 21 early morning (exact time will be announced), for Registration.
Classes begin Thursday morning, June 21.
Singers will advance their vocal technique and health and expand their repertoire.
MUSICIANSHIP FOR CONDUCTORS & SINGERS
Training throughout the Academy
*The venue for the Academy is the Princeton Theological Seminary of Princeton University, one of America’s most beautiful campuses.
*Explore charming Downtown Princeton, just a few minutes by foot from the Academy venue.
*Relax after class and enjoy activities, outings and a fun social event in the evenings.
Tuition:
Advanced Conductor: $650 * Beginner-Intermediate Conductor: $425 * Singer: $245 * Auditor: $95 for duration of the Academy or $50 per day
*Lunch is provided
Please note: Memorial and Labor Day Weekend Workshops will not be offered in 2018
Introducing the PaTRAM Summer Academy faculty
Maestro Dr. Peter Jermihov, Artistic Director
PaTRAM Institute Singers, Artistic Director; St. Romanos Cappella, Founder & Artistic Director; St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, Choir Director; Triton College Faculty
Tamara Adamov Petijevic, Special Guest from Serbia, Master Conductor & Teacher
St. Stephen of Dechani Choir, Music Director; Isidor Bajic Music School, Director of Mixed & Women’s Choirs; Vocal-Instrumental Studio Orfelin, Artistic Director
Benedict SheehanSaint Tikhon’s Orthodox Theological Seminary & Monastery, Director of Music; Chamber Choir of St. Tikhon’s Monastery, Artistic Director; Clarion Choir, Associate Conductor
Irina RiazanovaLincolnwood, IL School District #74, Music Teacher; St Andrew Greek Orthodox Church , Chicago, Organist
Steven FoxClarion Orchestra & Clarion Choir, NYC, Artistic Director; Cathedral Choral Society of Washington, DC, Music Director; Musica Antiqua St. Petersburg, Founder
Laryssa DoohovskoyPaTRAM Institute Faculty; St. Xenia Orthodox Church, Methuen, MA, Music Director; Middlesex School, Concord, MA, Music Teacher
Logistics update:
PaTRAM has negotiated a special room rate for anyone interested in lodging for this event. The Holiday Inn Express, Princeton-Southeast, located at 870 Scudders Mill Road, Plainsboro, NJ (609) 936-6600, under group name “PaTRAM Institute Summer Academy“, at a daily rate of $99 + tax, Wednesday thru Thursday, and $129 + tax, Friday and Saturday, including daily breakfast. That’s an average, per night price of $114! Free Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, fitness center, walking trails and nearby shops, banks and restaurants.
Rooms are being held at this rate until May18th, 2018. Availability is limited. You must contact the hotel directly via the aforementioned phone number. Do not use the Holiday Inn global reservations number.
The hotel is 10 minutes drive from Princeton Theological Seminary.
All participants are responsible for their own transportation but there will be limited transportation from the hotel to the Princeton Theological Seminary (PTS). Please send an email to: info@patraminstitute.org to inquire.
The following meals will be provided to the following paid participants:
.at PTS – Daily lunch for all Conductor and Singer level students
.at St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral – banquet lunch after Sunday services for all paid participants
Terms and Conditions for Application (please read them carefully before applying)
By clicking on the “REGISTER FOR EVENT” button the applicant has agreed to the terms and conditions as stated:
For Advanced Conductor applicants ONLY – you are required to send your resume, and any optional supplemental data, for approval via email (provided on the form) to Dr. Peter Jermihov. A minimum payment of $100 must be made at the time of the application which must be submitted by May 25th, 2018. The applicant will be notified if they are accepted shortly thereafter. Fully-paid cancellations can only be accepted until June 1st, 2018 and will be charged a $100 processing fee. After June 1st, the application is non-refundable. Note: a full refund is given if the application is declined.
For All other applicants (excluding per day Auditors) –
Payment is required to complete an application including all required documentation and file uploads. The application deadline for processing this application is June 13th 2018. Cancellations can be only be accepted until June 13th 2018 and will be charged a processing fee of $50. After June 13th, the tuition is non-refundable. Meals are NOT provided to Auditors.
For per day Auditors –
Please call Tatiana Geringer, at 973-476-0762, at least 48 hours PRIOR to the date when you wish to attend to reserve a place for that day. Should you choose to attend on subsequent days, please let Tatiana know on your first attending day. Payment must be made on-site prior to attendance. Meals are NOT included.
For ALL applicants (except per day Auditors) –
You must complete and sign the attached forms, below, PRIOR to entering the registration application as they will be mandatory file attachments required in the form.
Liability release form:
liability-release-form
Event release form:
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