It goes without saying that instrumental music students should challenge themselves by entering competitions as an adjunct to lessons, practice, […]
The Philadelphia International Music Festival (PIMF) is a summer music program directed by Kimberly Fisher, Principal Second Violin of The Philadelphia Orchestra, offering student musicians from around the world a unique opportunity to spend up to four weeks immersed in music education and performance training with members of the world-renowned Philadelphia Orchestra.
Our outstanding summer music programs include: private lessons; master classes and faculty recitals with members of The Philadelphia Orchestra; daily orchestra, ensemble and chamber music rehearsals; daily course electives including: conducting, choir, composition, sight reading, music theory, ear training; ample solo performance and competition opportunities; Philadelphia’s Mann Music Center for a Philadelphia Orchestra outdoor concert, and more.
There are six program options for musicians ages 11-19: Symphony Orchestra, Solo Performance Preparation, Chamber Music Intensive, College Audition Preparation, Piano Studies Program and Viola Intensive. Details about these and other programs can be found below.