The Young Musicians’ Summer Institute is a unique summer enrichment program designed to inspire creativity, curiosity, confidence, and musical growth in young musicians.
Through engaging programs and workshops, including collaborative activities, musical games, creative projects, and performance experiences, students will explore music in ways that extend beyond the traditional lesson setting. The Institute provides an encouraging and stimulating environment where young musicians can deepen their understanding of music while connecting with like-minded peers.
Our goal is to cultivate not only strong musicianship, but also imagination, confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of music.
Who Is the Young Musicians’ Summer Institute Designed For?
The Young Musicians’ Summer Institute is designed for students who are eager to explore music in a fun, engaging, and meaningful way.
The program welcomes students of varying experience levels and is especially beneficial for students who:
- Enjoy learning through creativity and discovery
- Wish to strengthen their musical skills
- Are interested in developing confidence and independence
- Enjoy collaborating with other young musicians
- Are looking for a rich musical experience during the summer months
What Makes the Institute Unique?
Unlike traditional summer camps, the Young Musicians’ Summer Institute combines high-quality musical instruction with creativity, exploration, and community-building.
Students participate in activities that may include:
- Music and movement
- Rhythm and listening games
- Improvisation and composition
- Storytelling through music
- Collaborative music-making
- Creative projects and challenges
- Informal performance opportunities
Each week is built around a unique theme designed to inspire curiosity and imagination while helping students develop important musical and personal skills!
Program & Workshop Details
YMSI: Flow Workshops for Emerging Musicians
Directed by Dr. Evgenia Rabinovich
Programs for Young Artists (Ages 10-18)
The Practice Lab (IN PERSON, Ages 10-14)
Mon/Wed/Fri, August 10/12/14, 4:00-6:00pm
A 3-day program where students discover evidence-based practice strategies demonstrated on their current repertoire, while learning skills that help develop musical planning pre-performance preparation in a supportive environment.
Workshops for Young Artists (Ages 10-18)
Directed by Dr. Evgenia Rabinovich
Work Smarter, Not Harder: The Science of Effective Practice
Saturday, August 22, 1:00-3:00pm (ONLINE)
Learn evidence-based strategies to make practice more efficient, productive, and enjoyable. Based on the most recent research in music practice and performance, this workshop teaches students how to practice more efficiently, improve retention, and make meaningful progress in less time.
Finding Flow in Music Performance (ONLINE)
Saturday, August 15, 1:00-3:00pm
Discover how to improve focus, confidence, and performance readiness through the principles of flow. Explore the psychology of optimal performance, concentration, confidence, and musical engagement. Students will learn practical strategies to help optimal performance.
The Performance Lab
Saturday, August 22, 4:00-6:00pm (IN PERSON)
A supportive masterclass-style workshop where students perform their repertoire, receive coaching, and apply performance pscyhology and practice strategies to current problems. Come learn how to improve flow on stage in a supportive masterclass environment.
Tuition
Summer Programs:
| Dates | Program | Format | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 10/12/14 2:00-4:00pm (Mon/Wed/Fri) | The Practice Lab (Ages 10-14) | Program (2 hrs/day, Monday, Wednesday, Friday) (IN PERSON) | $360/student |
Summer Workshops:
| Dates | Program | Format | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 1:00-3:00pm (Saturday) | Finding Flow in Music Performance (14-18) | Workshop (2 hrs) (ONLINE) | $90 /student |
| Aug 22, 4:00-6:00pm (Saturday) | The Performance Lab (14-18) | Workshop (2 hrs) (ONLINE) | $90 /student |
| Aug 22, 1:00-3:00pm (Saturday) | Work Smarter, Not Harder (14-18) | Workshop (2 hrs) (ONLINE) | $90 /student |
Composition Workshop
Composition Intensive: Creating Your Own Music (ONLINE, Ages 8-14)
August 4, August 11, August 18, August 25, Weekly Tuesday Class, 6:00-7:30pm
Every composer starts with an idea. In this creative four-week workshop, students will learn how to turn simple musical ideas into original pieces of music. No prior composition experience required!
Through guided activities and collaborative exploration, students will:
Composition Intensive: Creating Your Own Music
- invent melodies and rhythmic patterns
- explore musical storytelling
- experiment with musical form
- develop themes and variations
- create and share their own compositions
Composition Intensive Tuition
| Dates | Format | Total Hours | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 4, August 11, August 18, August 25 | Program; Weekly Tuesday Class, 6:00-7:30pm (ONLINE) | 6 hours (4 × 1.5 hrs) | $400 /student |
Recommended For
- Young musicians ages 8–14
- Piano students and other instrumentalists
- Creative learners interested in composing
- Students preparing for future theory studies
- Musicians who want to better understand the music they play
YMSI: Adult Workshops
Workshops for Advanced Artists (Ages 18+)
Directed by Dr. Evgenia Rabinovich
Work Smarter, Not Harder: The Science of Effective Practice
Saturday, July 25, 1:00-3:00pm (ONLINE)
Learn evidence-based strategies to make practice more efficient, productive, and enjoyable. Based on the most recent research in music practice and performance, this workshop teaches students how to practice more efficiently, improve retention, and make meaningful progress in less time.
Parent Education Series
Directed by Dr. Evgenia Rabinovich
Practicing for Flow: What Parents Can Do
Sunday, July 26, 10:00-11:30am (Session 1) and Sunday, August 23, 10:00-11:30am (Session 2) (ONLINE)
Parents play an important role in a child’s musical development. Drawing on current research and practical teaching experience, this workshop explores how parents can support effective practice, encourage motivation, foster independence, and create conditions that help children thrive musically.
Topics include:
- Effective practice habits
- Motivation and engagement
- Building independence
- Supporting confidence
- Creating a positive musical environment
Tuition
RR Academy Adult Workshops
| Dates | Program | Format | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 25, 1:00-3:00pm (Saturday) | Work Smarter, Not Harder | Workshop (2 hrs) (ONLINE) | $90 /student |
RR Academy Parent Programs
| Dates | Program | Format | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 26, 10:00-11:30am (Sunday) | Practicing for Flow: What Parents Can Do | Workshop (1.5 hrs) (ONLINE) | $80 /2 adults+1 child |
| Aug 23, 10:00-11:30am (Sunday) | Practicing for Flow: What Parents Can Do (Repeat) | Workshop (1.5 hrs) (ONLINE) | $80 /2 adults+1 child |
Benefits of Participation
Build Confidence
Students are encouraged to share ideas, try new challenges, and express themselves creatively in a supportive environment.
Develop Stronger Musical Skills
Through carefully designed activities, students strengthen listening skills, rhythmic understanding, creativity, musical awareness, and artistic expression.
Connect with Other Young Musicians
Music is meant to be shared. The Institute provides opportunities for students to form friendships, collaborate, and learn from one another.
Foster Creativity and Imagination
Students learn that music is more than notes on a page—it is a powerful form of communication, storytelling, and self-expression.
Experience the Joy of Music
Above all, the Young Musicians’ Summer Institute is designed to nurture a lifelong love of music and inspire students to continue growing as young artists.
Register Now
To keep student experiences excellent, we keep enrollment intentionally small so each participant receives focused guidance, space to grow, and a high-quality learning experience.
Registration closes on August 1st, 2026
