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Great Lakes International Summer Music Institute

Algoma University’s "Great Lakes International Summer Music Institute" is designed as a two-week university credit program opportunity for advanced musicians at a pre-professional level; specifically for students in secondary school (Grade 11-12) and/or college/university students.

NOTE: Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 situation GLISMI has been canceled for the 2020 season. Please check back in the fall for details on the 2021 program.

Application Process

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Frank Deresti

Executive Director

[email protected]

705-206-1845

Inspired by the former Algoma Music Camp, successful applicants will:

  • Receive intensive solo/ensemble coachings and masterclasses with passionate world-class resident and guest faculty

  • Experience indigenous culture through performances by local renowned native music groups (e.g. Anishinaabe drumming, singing, dancing, artforms, as well as other cultural opportunities)

  • Attend inspiring guest lectures on topics such as music history, theory, style, improvisation, composition – all within the context of the natural brilliance that inspired Canada’s Group of Seven painters

  • Participate in recreational activities in state-of-the-art sports and exercise facilities
  • Explore outdoor recreational opportunities such as visits/hikes to historical and natural attractions that showcase the splendour of summer in Algoma country

  • Have access to performance opportunities that include: daily public studio master classes under the direction of guest faculty, select on and off-campus performance opportunities and a gala final performance upon conclusion of the program

  • Forge important new friendships and musical connections, grow personally and musically, and build lifelong memorie

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Values

i. Embrace diverse perspectives

ii. Be collaborative and embrace partnership

iii. Celebrate traditions and past success; be innovative and futuristic with a focus on sustainability

Vision

The vision is to provide a one-of-a-kind intensive summer music experience where students grow musically, creatively, and personally. Students will experience not only world-class musical instruction but also opportunities for leadership development, personal growth, and inspiration and motivation from a wealth of diverse sources.

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