Pierre Monteux School

College Majors Music Major
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<p>Anyone heard of this summer program in Hancock, ME? Although it's primarily directed toward conducting students, my son's trumpet teacher recommended it as a terrific learning experience for orchestral lit.</p>

<p>The</a> Pierre Monteux School</p>

<p>Son has a couple other opportunities at standard music festivals, but is leaning toward this one because of the fast rehearsal pace (read or perform 50+ pieces in 6 weeks), more like a real orchestra. The web site leaves alot to be desired as far as "what a mother really wants to know". So any experience, comments, etc. would be truly appreciated.</p>

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<p>Never heard of it, but it looks really interesting!</p>

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<p>It's a well established program (for conducting), and it's been around for years. Other than that, I have no insights.</p>

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<p>WOOOOOO!!!! GO MAINE!!!!!</p>

<p>we never get mentioned anywhere, so i (a resident) am very proud. haha. </p>

<p>BUT. i have heard wonderful things from friends of mine from all-state, camps, etc. about how great the conducting program is there. It is def. worth looking into. AND Maine is beautiful in the summer. :)</p>

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<p>Son's girlfriend (flute) attended two years ago as a college junior. She loved the amount of material covered and the brisk pace.
She mostly enjoyed Maine but did find it a bit remote, I think.
One of son's current college professors also attended many years ago.</p>

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<p>My husband attended that program for several summers and was richly rewarded for the experience gained there. The area is so beautiful but the Festival itself is not a "camp" type setting. It is for the serious player to gain much experience in the Orchestral repetoire and for the conductor who is humble enough to work on his/her technique.</p>

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<p>Thanks, everyone, for the info. Having received no negative comments here on CC or from my son's music connections, he mailed the deposit today. I'll try to remember to post a report of his experience. Maybe even some first-hand information if I get to visit. A week in Bar Harbor and a few good concerts sound like a great vacation.</p>

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<p>Thanks, everyone, for the info. Having received no negative comments here on CC or from his music connections, my son mailed the deposit today. I'll try to remember to post a report of his experience. Maybe even some first-hand information if I get to visit. A week in Bar Harbor and a few good concerts sound like a great vacation.</p>