Pre-College Piano Institute

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• UH Pre-College Piano Institute for Students

  June 16-23, 2024

  Description:
  An intensive one-week summer institute where pre-college students grow as artists through applied lessons, masterclasses, and performances in a traditional piano recital and a pop showcase.  
  

  What to look forward to:

  • Applied lessons with piano faculty and piano teaching fellows 
  • Masterclasses with nationally-renowned teachers 
  • Improvisation & arranging classes  
  • Social dining hours with games and trivia  
  • Evening Texas Music Festival concerts
  • The Institute culminates in an exciting Pop Showcase and a final Recital.

   

  Lead Faculty:

  • Dr. Todd Van Kekerix
  • Timothy Hester

  Students Apply Here

• Application Requirements

  Application Requirements:

  • Open to 7th-12th grade piano students (Students must be entering 7th grade for fall 2024) 
  • Video recording links (YouTube or Vimeo link) of two contrasting pieces
  • Completed submission of the form below

  Students Apply Here

  Students should have the following for the Institute:  

  • 1 piece performance ready 
  • 2 – 3 pieces in-progress 
  • List of 3 popular song options to learn at the instutute and potentially perform in the Pop Showcase 

• Tuition, Housing, and Fees

  Tuition & Fees	Registration  Deadline	Type of Participation	Includes
  $450	Early Bird: 3/1/24	Commuter	Tuition and lunches
  $500	Priority: 4/1/24	Commuter	Tuition and lunches
  $550	Late: 5/15/24	Commuter	Tuition and lunches
  $1050	Early Bird: 3/1/24	Overnight	Tuition, Room & Board
  $1100	Priority: 4/1/24	Overnight	Tuition, Room & Board
  $1150	Late: 5/15/24	Overnight	Tuition, Room & Board

  Overnight Housing:
  The overnight costs costs listed above include the $600 housing and meal costs. 

• Important Dates

  Important Dates
  

  • APPLICATION DEADLINE (including video submission): Monday, May 15
    
    • EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DEADLINE: March 1
    • Priority Registration Deadline: April 1
    • Late Registration Deadline: May 15
      
      
  • First day of the institute: June 16, 2024 
  • Pop Showcase: June 22, 2024
  • Final Recital: June 23, 2024

  Students Apply Here

• Schedule and Location

  Schedule: 
  Commuters: Check-in begins daily at 8:30 a.m., followed by activities and events from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  
  Residential: Students will check into UH housing on Sunday, June 16. Each day, students will enjoy meals at the dining hall, with regular activities and events from 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Check out will occur on Sunday, June 23. Detailed daily schedules will be provided in the student handbook.

  Location:
  University of Houston, Moores School of Music
  3333 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX 77204  

• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  FAQ:

  Is there a residential option?

  • Yes, a residential option is available this for students entering 10-12th grade only. Students in 7-9th grade can register for the commuter camp.

  Is there a commuter option?

  • Yes, all students can register for our commuter camp. Please see tuition and schedule for more details.

  Can my child carpool with another student to/from camp? What if someone else needs to pick them up? 

  • Students are allowed to carpool or be picked up by someone other than their listed parent/guardian ONLY if the authorized person is listed in our records. That list can be updated anytime by emailing caa@uh.edu, subject: Keyboard Institute Pick Up Authorization

  Can my child drive themselves to/from camp? Can they drive with another student?

  • Students are allowed to drive, carpool, or be picked up by someone other than their listed parent/guardian ONLY if the authorized person is listed in our records. That list can be updated anytime by emailing caa@uh.edu, subject: Keyboard Institute Pick Up Authorization

  Do you offer any discounts? 

  • We encourage students to take advantage of our Early Bird and Priority Registration deadlines for discounted tuition.

  How/when do I pay? 

  • Once your registration form is processed, we will email you with your invoice and any additional information needed. Invoices with a link to payment will be sent from caa@central.uh.edu within 3-5 business days of your acceptance notice.
  • Payment deadlines will be included with your invoice.

  When will I receive a detailed schedule and student handbook? 

  • Our staff will share detailed information with parents and students in the weeks leading up to camp. 

  Who do I contact with further questions?

  • Please email caa@uh.edu with any additional questions or concerns.

  Students Apply Here