2025 Academy
Linda Chesis is widely recognized as one of the most captivating and versatile flutists of her generation, with the New York Times describing her as “a marvelous artist, whose sophisticated technical resources and lively, informed musicality vitalize everything she plays.” Her multifaceted career encompasses roles as a chamber musician, educator, soloist, curator, and festival director, reflecting her remarkable diversity and breadth in the field of music.
She has graced the stages of major concert halls worldwide, earning top prizes at prestigious international competitions, including the Paris and Barcelona International Competitions and the National Flute Association Competition.
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)
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