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    • William Van Der Sloot at the Orford Music Academy

      William van der Sloot is a celebrated violinist and educator whose students have achieved recognition on a global scale. Hailing from Alberta, Canada, he is an alumnus of the University of Calgary and furthered his studies at the Eastman School of Music. With an extensive touring history encompassing Europe and North America, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the world of music. He is also a former member of the Villa Marteau Quintet.

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      During your stay at Orford Music, you will create unforgettable memories while evolving into the artist you aspire to be. Orford Music’s master classes are unique opportunities to work on your goals with the mentors of your choice.

      The master classes include the following:

      • Master classes, individual lessons or technical courses lasting 2.5 hours per week
      • Opportunity to perform in student concerts
      • Access to a collaborative pianist
      • Networking activities with faculty members and the student community
      • Accommodation in double occupancy and three meals per day.
      • Practice studios equipped with pianos (available from 7AM to 12AM)
      • Housekeeping, laundry facilities, parking, and free Wi-Fi
      • Free tickets for concerts at Salle Gilles-Lefebvre (subject to availability)
      • Opportunity to discover the beautiful landscapes of Parc national du Mont-Orford, the majestic Lake Memphremagog, and the tourist activities of the city of Magog
      • Rehearsal studios equipped with pianos (available from 6AM to 11PM)

    Faculty

    William van der Sloot
    Violin, Carnegie Mellon University et Oberlin Conservatory



    Application Deadlines

    February 6, 2025
    Applications received after the deadline are accepted and processed until April 3, 2025, subject to availability.


    Academy FAQ

    Audition material

      • Guillaume Sutre at the Orford Music Academy
      • Classe de maître avec Philippe Bernold à l'Académie Orford Musique
      • Master classes include the following:
•	2.5 hours of one-on-one lessons per week
•	Group activity (master class, Q&A session, technique classes) 
•	The option to participate in one or more student concerts 
•	Access to a collaborative pianist 
•	Networking activities with fellow musicians 
•	Access to conferences presented by musicians and guests from various backgrounds on topics related to a musician's career such as technique, finances, psychology, physical fitness, and more
•	Accommodation in one of our two artist residences
•	Three meals a day, as well as full access to the kitchen and common areas 
•	Practice studios equipped with pianos (available 6AM-11PM)
•	Housekeeping, laundry (for a fee), parking, and free WiFi (free)
•	Free tickets to live performances in the Gilles-Lefebvre Concert Hall (subject to availability)
•	The opportunity to explore the beautiful Mont-Orford National Park
Please note that all Covid-19 regulations set forth by the Gouvernement du Québec will be rigorously followed.
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      • Anne Robert at the Orford Music Academy
      • collectif9 workshop by at the Orford Music Academy
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