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SUMMARY:Mason Summer Band Camp: Registration Deadline
DESCRIPTION:The Mason Summer Band Camp is a comprehensive musical experience for students enrolled in music programs or private lessons in grades 6–12 with at least two years of playing experience. Students will enjoy the community of two large ensembles\, a Jr. High and Sr. High Band\, instrument specific break out sessions\, a myriad of engaging masterclasses\, recitals\, and appropriate social events. The Mason Summer Band Camp aims to give students a glimpse of student artist life at George Mason University. \nAges: Junior High Band: Rising grades 6–8 • Senior High Band: Rising grades 9–12 \nDates: June 16–20\, 2025 \nTime: 9 a.m.–9 p.m.* (see Daily Band Schedule for details) \nDay Camp Tuition: $750 \nResidential add-on option: $275** \nLocation: George Mason Fairfax Campus\, de Laski Performing Arts Building \n  \nJunior and Senior High Band registration deadline: June 1\, 2025 \nResidential add-on registration Deadline: May 15\, 2025
URL:https://masonacademy.gmu.edu/event/mason-summer-band-camp-registration-deadline/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Group Class
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SUMMARY:Mason Orchestral Conducting Symposium: Registration Deadline
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Mason Orchestral Conducting Symposium aspires to be a unique conducting workshop is in service to conductors in all aspects of the musical careers and goals. Past participants have included young aspiring conductors at the very beginning of their conducting journey\, current undergraduate and graduate conducting students\, classroom teachers\, and active professional conductors looking to further develop their craft. \nAges: 18+ \nDates: June 23–27\, 2025\n9 a.m.–4 p.m. \nTuition: Non credit $660; Auditor $300; For-credit (2 credits) In state $1\,178; Out of state $1\,392 \nLocation: George Mason Fairfax Campus\, de Laski Performing Arts Building \nRegistration Deadline: June 1
URL:https://masonacademy.gmu.edu/event/mason-orchestral-conducting-symposium-registration-deadline/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Group Class
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SUMMARY:[EXTENDED] Summer Piano Explorations: Registration Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Ages: 8–12 \nDates: June 23–27\, 2025\n9 a.m.–4 p.m. \nSummer Piano Explorations is an exciting new program for late beginner to intermediate level piano students! \nDuring this week-long program\, students will deepen their understanding of piano technique and musical expression in a positive\, supportive environment. Participants will receive private lessons; enjoy fun musical activities designed to strengthen their sight reading and rhythmic fundamentals; learn about music history; study strategies for better practicing and self-evaluation; and participate in other music-related activities and games.
URL:https://masonacademy.gmu.edu/event/summer-piano-explorations-registration-deadline/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Group Class
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SUMMARY:Registration Deadline: Mason Wind Conducting Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Mason Wind Conducting Symposium offers an immersive and transformative professional development experience for conductors and educators at every stage of their career\, from K–12 to the professional level. This dynamic program focuses on expanding your gestural vocabulary\, refining ensemble leadership skills\, and igniting your artistic potential. \nOver two days\, participants will gain invaluable guidance and constructive feedback from expert conducting faculty on gestural communication with a live ensemble. In addition to performing\, participants will collaborate in group score study sessions\, gain inspiration by observing their peers\, and contribute as active ensemble members when not leading. \nDates: Tuesday\, July 1 to Wednesday\, July 2\, 2025\n9 a.m.–7 p.m. \nTuition: \n\nNon credit $295\nAuditor $85\nStudent $85 \nFor-credit (1 credit)\nIn-state $589\nOut-of-state $696 \n\nLocation: George Mason Fairfax Campus\, de Laski Performing Arts Building \nParking: $35 per week:  Purchase a parking pass • View parking map \nRegistration deadline: June 1
URL:https://masonacademy.gmu.edu/event/registration-deadline-mason-wind-conducting-symposium/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Group Class
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTSTAMP:20260523T102711
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SUMMARY:Mason String Intensive: Registration Deadline
DESCRIPTION:The Mason String Intensive is designed for intermediate and advanced players to help develop the skills needed to become dynamic soloists and chamber musicians. Led by Dewberry School of Music faculty\, guest artists\, and current George Mason string pedagogy students\, the sessions will cover technical proficiency\, audition preparation\, and effective practice strategies. Participants will also explore tools for fostering collaboration and promoting wellness within ensemble settings. All participants will have the opportunity to perform both as soloists and in chamber groups in a George Mason performance venue. \nAges: Rising grades 7–12 \nDates: July 21–25\, 2025\n9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. \nTuition: $705 \nLocation: George Mason Fairfax Campus\, de Laski Performing Arts Building \nRegistration Deadline: June 15 \n 
URL:https://masonacademy.gmu.edu/event/mason-string-intensive-registration-deadline/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Group Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T150000
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SUMMARY:Mason Summer Band Camp Final Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join the Academy for the final concert of the 2025 Summer Mason Band Camp. Free and open to the public!
URL:https://masonacademy.gmu.edu/event/mason-summer-band-camp-final-concert/
LOCATION:Center for the Arts\, 4373 Mason Pond Dr\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Group Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T183000
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SUMMARY:Mason Summer Piano Academy Faculty Recital
DESCRIPTION:Join the Academy for the faculty recital of the Mason Summer Piano Academy. \nFree and open to the public!
URL:https://masonacademy.gmu.edu/event/mason-summer-piano-academy-faculty-recital/
LOCATION:Harris Theatre\, 4471 Aquia Creek Ln\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Faculty Performance,Group Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T193000
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SUMMARY:Brian Ganz Recital
DESCRIPTION:Brian Ganz is widely regarded as one of the leading pianists of his generation. \nThe Washington Post has written: “One comes away from a recital by pianist Brian Ganz not only exhilarated by the power of the performance but also moved by his search for artistic truth.” For many years Mr. Ganz has made it his mission to join vivid music making with warmth and intimacy onstage to produce a new kind of listening experience\, in which great works come to life with authentic emotional power. \nAs one of Belgium’s leading newspapers\, La Libre Belgique\, put it\, “We don’t have the words to speak of this fabulous musician who lives music with a generous urgency and brings his public into a state of intense joy.” \nJoin the Academy in this free recital open to the public! \nMr. Ganz will be a featured guest artist at this year’s Mason Summer Piano Academy.
URL:https://masonacademy.gmu.edu/event/brian-ganz-recital/
LOCATION:Harris Theatre\, 4471 Aquia Creek Ln\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Faculty Performance,Group Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T154709Z
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SUMMARY:Mason Summer Piano Academy Alumni Recital
DESCRIPTION:Alumni from the Mason Summer Piano Academy will perform.
URL:https://masonacademy.gmu.edu/event/mason-summer-piano-academy-alumni-recital/
LOCATION:Harris Theatre\, 4471 Aquia Creek Ln\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Group Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T153000
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SUMMARY:Mason Summer Piano Academy Final Recital
DESCRIPTION:Final recital performance from students of the Mason Summer Piano Academy. Students will showcase the pieces they have been practicing during the week. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://masonacademy.gmu.edu/event/mason-summer-piano-academy-final-recital/
LOCATION:Harris Theatre\, 4471 Aquia Creek Ln\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030
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