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2026 Summer Music Festival & School: High School Intensive
Music Academy of the West
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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
The High School Intensive includes: private lessons, full orchestra performance led by Miguel Harth-Bedoya, chamber music coaching and performances, pre-college training in a supportive yet rigorous environment, studio classes, college readiness and specialized workshops, and a vibrant campus life.
WHAT DISTINGUISHES THIS PROGRAM
The High School Intensive is an unparalleled opportunity to gain technical mastery and in-depth understanding of navigating a career in music. In the spectacular coastal setting of Santa Barbara, students will learn from renowned teaching artists, collaborate with peers equally committed to musical excellence, and perform.
LOCATION
Santa Barbara, California
MUSICAL FOCUS
Classical
AGE & LEVEL
Ages 14-18, exceptional high school instrumentalists, pianists, and conductors
DATES
June 14 25, 2026
COST $6,000
Cost details
All-inclusive: covers double/triple-room housing, meals, instruction and performance opportunities; limited scholarships available
STUDENTS 105
TEACHERS 20+
Featured Teachers
Miguel Harth-Bedoya conductor; Margaret Batjer, violin; Martin Beaver, violin; Danielle Belen, violin; Yura Lee, viola; Alan Stepansky, cello; Scott Pingel, double bass; Marianne Gedigian, flute; Richie Hawley, clarinet; Natalie Hoe, clarinet; Judith LeClair, bassoon; Michelle Reed Baker, horn; Jennifer Marotta, trumpet; Kenneth Thompkins, trombone; Conor Hanick, piano; Michael Werner, percussion
CHIEF ARTISTIC OFFICER
Nate Bachhuber
HEALTH & SAFETY
If needed for Summer 2026, will this program consider safeguards as recommended by the American Camp Association?
Under consideration
CONTACT INFORMATION
Dean Tiffany DeVries
Admissions Department
1080 Fairway Drive
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
United States
805-695-7930
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