Worcester Summer Music Institute
in Partnership with OpporTUNEity
We are thrilled to begin accepting registrations for the Fifth Annual Central Massachusetts Summer Music Institute for High School Students featuring Guest Conductors, Dr. Patricia Cornett (Director of Bands, Temple University) and Dr. Eric Melley (Director of Bands, Providence College).
In partnership with OpporTUNEity, the Worcester Summer Music Institute is a unique musical experience for any high school musician. Rehearsals and Masterclasses will be taught by our world renowned faculty and guests. Open to all high school band students (including rising 9th graders, this year’s institute will be held at South High School Community School in Worcester, MA from August 5-9, 2024.
Sample Daily Schedule
10:00 a.m.: Breathing Gym
10:30 a.m.: Wind Ensemble Rehearsal
12:15 p.m.: Masterclasses
1:15 p.m.: Wind Ensemble Rehearsal
3:00 p.m.: Leadership Masterclasses
* The week will culminate in a public performance live-streamed for guests who are unable to attend in person.
Registration will be open November 1st, 2023 with priority given to students who register before May 1st, 2024. If you have questions regarding this exciting program please email Artistic Director Jeff Conner at worcestermusicinstitute@gmail.com.
Worcester Summer Music Institute Staff
Jeff Conner, Artistic Director
Melissa Martiros, Executive Director, CEO OpporTUNEity Music Connections
Brian McCullock, Director of Bands, South High Community School
Mark Weissman, Woodwind Faculty
Danielle Russo, Percussion Faculty
Alley Lacasse, Leadership Faculty
Registration Form
To register, click on Summer Institute Registration link below. You will be asked to complete the registration form before submitting payment. Individual Registration Fee: $295
We would like to acknowledge and thank our 2023 Sponsors:
Corporate Sponsors
Avidia Bank
Walmart
Harr Motors
Hampton Inn, Worcester
David French Music Co.
KHS America Jupiter XO
Individual Sponsors
Kyle Martin
Robert Dunham
Phillip Dawson
Jeff and Kathy Slovin
Sharon Lawn Bliss
Kyle Martin