2025 Enrollment will open on February 17th with a BIG Early Bird Discount!
Faculty:
Derek Deakins – violin, violin, ensemble/orchestra
Lisa Deakins – violin
Christopher Fiore – cello
Adam Whiting – Pianist
James Hutchins – violin
Charles Regauer – violin, viola
2025 Tuition Prices:
Book 1-3 $650
Book 4 and beyond $725
Tuition includes all classes and an institute t-shirt. We do not charge registration fees or elective fees. We keep everything simple, aiming to offer the best experience at the lowest possible price.
Accommodation and Meals:
Accommodation: We recommend searching online (Google, Booking.com, and Airbnb) for great deals and convenient locations.
Meals: There are many dining options for all tastes and budgets just minutes from the Institute’s location.
Leisure:
Orlando is a magical place. And it’s not just because it houses Cinderella’s castle at Walt Disney World. There’s an incredible mix of fun things to do in this great city that makes it an ideal vacation spot for families, foodies, outdoor adventurers, luxury shoppers, and international visitors.
While the city was built on the fame of theme parks, the number and variety of Orlando attractions have grown to include world-famous restaurants, sophisticated shopping centers, theatrical performances, and amazing venues for concerts and sports events. (source: visitflorida.com)
Other Information:
There is no other city in the United States – even in the world – that celebrates the spirit of childhood like Orlando, Florida. The feeling you get when you see the light from the Spaceship Earth at Epcot Center, or when you take your first sip of butterbeer in Hogsmeade – it all proves that being a child is a matter of mindset, not age.
The notion that only the younger ones can enjoy the charms of this city is just that – a notion. In fact, Orlando has a little bit of this and that to please all ages, and there’s more to do here than just visiting theme parks. The subtropical climate is great for playing golf, and the downtown landscape is too appealing not to be explored. (source: travel.usnews.com)
All participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times
Books 1 – 3 schedule:
- Daily shared lesson with students of similar ability level
- Daily group class with students of similar ability level
- Daily ensemble/orchestra class (music reading skills are required for participation)
- Daily bluegrass fiddling class
- Performance opportunities on the second and third day of the institute
The typical schedule runs from 9 AM to 5 PM, with a break from 12 PM to 1 PM. Since students have 4 hours of classes each day, scheduled breaks are a necessary part of the day.
Books 4 and beyond schedule:
- Daily shared lesson with students of similar ability level
- Daily group class with students of similar ability level
- Daily ensemble/orchestra class
- Daily bluegrass fiddling class
- Performance opportunities on the second and third day of the institute
The typical schedule runs from 9 AM to 5 PM, with a break from 12 PM to 1 PM. Since students have 4 hours of classes each day, scheduled breaks are a necessary part of the day.
Shared Lesson: Lesson time is shared with other students, and each student receives individual attention from the teacher while the other students observe the lesson.
Group Class: Students of similar ability level play together, working on current or review repertoire and technical training in a group setting.
Ensemble/Orchestra Class: Students focus on ensemble playing while working on repertoire outside the Suzuki Method books. Music reading skills are required for participation.
Fiddling Class: Students focus on Bluegrass fiddling technique and history in a group setting.
Performance Hour: At 4pm daily we will host a performance hour. The performance schedule is:
Day 1: Faculty performances.
Days 2 and 3: Student performances, at the recommendation of the faculty.
Day 4: Final concert, group play-down.