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Lizotte Academia

Lizotte Academia

Laurel,

Quebec,

Canada,

Pedal

Both overnight and commuting options are available

Students must provide instrument—rentals are available

No scholarships are available

Caroline Lizotte harpist-composer

possible until May 7, 2027

July 25 to August 7, 2027

College, Adult

Starting at $1,450.00 CAD per week. Includes courses, activities, accommodation and meals.

Overview

Specialized academy on Caroline Lizotte's works. Come stay a few days in the composer’s village and discover the heart of each piece you will work with her, the innovative techniques, the use of the accessories inherent for her works. In addition, benefit from her approach and philosophy, her technical and creative expertise, while enjoying activities in the beauty of nature.

Program details

July, August

Less than 1 week, 1 week, 2 weeks

Large house to share nearby

In their words

additional info

Training Camp and Program:
For all harpists around the globe who are interested on a full journey immersion in Lizotte’s original works and/or transcriptions for harp, taught and assisted by the composer herself. It’s like studying Scintillation with Salzedo or Rhapsodie with Grandjany!
Solo harpists and harp duos are welcome!
Depending on the demand, the camp may focus on private lessons, and coachings along with technical, mechanical and creative workshops. Discussions and visions on natural, philosophical and universal sciences.
Also possible to receive coachings and enjoy the great expertise of Caroline Lizotte and her 35 years of orchestral career, as first harp and second harp.
Activities around: outdoor activities (biking, swimming, etc.)
A Gather-concert is organized at the end of the week.

Application form, Deadlines and Costs:
Application forms will be available at les éditions Calyane’s website www.calyane.com and must be completed by May 7, 2025. Depending on demand and availability, applicants will be informed of the costs and must confirm or decline their participation in the camp by June 7, 2025.

Accommodations and Meals:
The village of Wentworth-Nord is located in the heart of the Laurentians: one and a half hour from Montreal: one hour from Tremblant, thirty minutes from Saint-Sauveur-des-Monts and twenty minutes from Morin-Heights. Private carpooling may be provided to international participants arriving at the P-E Trudeau(YUL) Airport.
Lizotte Academia is located in the centre of the Wentworth-Nord village, close to the Town Hall, the Church, the Library, the Corner Store and the outdoor activities. On the site all distances are walkable. Camping quite possible. Harpists are invited to bring their own harps if possible. There are also harps available for rental on site, and the harps will be secure in cabins or dorms.

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