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Founded in 1993, the Shandelee Music Festival offers a unique
program dedicated to the specific needs of exceptional pianists.
During the Festival, advanced piano students will study with a
faculty of distinguished artists. Daily interaction with guest
faculty and directors provide students with invaluable
opportunities to discuss concerns and exchange views on all
aspects of music making. Each student is encouraged to broaden
his/her musical awareness and develop technical mastery of their
instrument in an atmosphere that is both inspirational and
creative.
Shandelee is a small township located in the Catskill Mountains.
The Festival grounds are nestled on seventy-five acres of
tranquil natural beauty. The breathtaking mountainside, with its
delicately balanced inlay of streams, ponds and texture of woven
trees all contribute to an exhilarating environment. The
combination of the intense personalized program and the relaxed,
friendly atmosphere makes Shandelee the ideal musical
experience.
During this intensive program, students are offered private
lessons, performance opportunities and special programs, which
address the personal and professional concerns of aspiring
musicians.
Facilities
Sunset Concert Pavilion 
A
truly distinctive concert space, the Sunset Concert Pavilion is
where Festival concert events take place. Complete with
theatrical lighting and excellent acoustics, the 200 seat house
provides all that is required to produce first-rate
performances, while preserving an intimate and warm
atmosphere. Adjacent to the hall is a reception breezeway, box
office, artist green room, music library and administrative
offices.
 Chateau
Students, guest artists, faculty and directors all have the
opportunity to dine together in a relaxed informal atmosphere in
the beautiful French-Norman style Chateau dining room.
 Practice Cottages
The Festival offers four practice cottages
located just beyond the Chateau along the "Twelve Tone Trail".
Each cottage is equipped with a new Steinway grand piano. The
cottages are completely private and are open 7:00 AM - 2:00 AM
daily. Additional practice facilities are available in the
Chateau and the Pavilion.
Guest Houses
Students are housed in well-appointed guest houses
and enjoy a private deck, and video common room. These charming
guest houses are conveniently and centrally located on the
Festival grounds.
Recreation
 Shandelee offers a variety of recreational activities, most
of which are located on the property: sauna, tennis, hiking, row
boating and swimming.
Performances
Performing and attending concerts are an integral part of a
thorough training and understanding of repertoire. Shandelee
will present six Sunset Concerts in the Pavilion this summer.
The Festival culminates with the Student performances on the
final two concerts.
Admissions
Students are selected for admission on the basis of
performance ability, recommendation and musical background.
There is no age limit, however the Shandelee Music Festival is
designed for students of college age and older. Exceptions are
made to younger students who have demonstrated outstanding
musical ability. Teacher assignments are based on students'
auditions, backgrounds, and needs.
The Shandelee Music Festival actively seeks qualified candidates
and does not discriminate against sex, creed, religion,
nationality or ethnic origin.
Audition & Application Procedures
To receive an application brochure click on contact us on the
menu screen and request a Summer Festival Application. Include
your name and address and the application will be mailed to you.
Each applicant is required to perform a live audition or submit
an audition recording. If applying with a recording, CDs are acceptable, however it is strongly
recommended that students applying for scholarship assistance
submit VHS video or DVD. Applicant's audition must include a
fast movement from a classical sonata, a baroque piece and a
work from either the 19th or 20th centuries. Recordings should
be of the highest artistic and audio quality and should not
exceed a total of 30 minutes. Applicants’ names and choice of
repertoire are to be clearly marked on the cover. Recordings
will not be returned.
Enrollment is limited; applicants are encouraged to apply
early. A non-refundable application fee of $50.00 made payable
to Shandelee Music Festival must accompany all applications.
Applications with recordings are due April
16, 2010.
Live audition applications are due April 12,
2010.
Live auditions will be held in New York City on Sunday, April
18, 2010. Applicants will be contacted by telephone to schedule
live auditions times.
Confirmation of acceptance will be mailed to you the week of
April 26, 2010.
Read and answer all questions carefully on the application
(2 pages) before signing. Two letters of recommendation must
accompany the application. Return the completed application,
letters of recommendation, audition recording (if applicable)
and the non-refundable application fee of
$50.00 to:
Shandelee Music Festival
36 East 74th Street
New York, NY 10021
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Fees
Tuition: $
950.00
Room and Board: $
950.00
Total Fees: $ 1,900.00
Tuition includes private lessons, playing
classes,
all special programs and admission to the Sunset Concerts
presented by the Festival.
Room & board includes accommodations on the Shandelee Music
Festival grounds for the duration of the
Festival, (students are housed two to a
room, single rooms are not available), bedding and towels, three
meals a day.
Please note: A non-refundable tuition deposit of $400.00 is
required upon receipt of notice of acceptance. Remaining fees
are due in full upon arrival. Once a student has registered, all
fees including remaining tuition and room and board are
non-refundable.
Upon arrival at the Festival grounds, here is a required $100.00
security deposit which is completely refundable subject to
satisfactory check out.
Scholarships
From deep respect for those who display excellence and
dedication to their art, the Jim Ricketts Memorial Scholarship
is offered to students who, in their audition demonstrate
outstanding ability.
Because of a tremendous love of the arts as well as a desire to
assist young artists carry on the great tradition of classical
music, the Feuerstein Family offer the Joseph D. Feuerstein
Memorial Scholarship to applicants meeting the Festival's
audition requirements.
In addition, the Festival offers full and partial tuition
scholarships including the Peter Bakstansky Scholarship, the
Mary Loftus Memorial Scholarship, the Emerald Green Scholarship
and the Young Pianists Competition of New Jersey Scholarship. |
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