Farmington Continuing Education

The Farmington Public Schools Orchestra Teachers and members of the Hartford Symphony invite you to join them for 3 weeks of intensive music-making and fun! 

Daily classes include mini-lessons on your stringed instrument, note-reading and group class, orchestra, movement, and visual arts. Advanced players may also have chamber music opportunities. The Farmington Strings Academy is designed for students with at least one year of instruction on the violin, viola, cello, or string bass - no beginners, please! 

Students should bring their instruments, music books, a healthy snack, and a water bottle. 

Sample Daily Schedule:

NOTES:

• Registration deadline: June 29, 2025
• Cancellation Policy: Cancellations with a refund will be allowed up to June 29 less a $35 fee. There are NO cancellations / refunds after June 29!

EXTENDED DAY OPTION:

The EXCL Summer Camp is available for children who need before and after childcare that are registered for the Farmington Summer Strings Academy.

• EXCL is an additional cost and is for Farmington students ONLY.
• The EXCL Summer Camp is a separate registration! You MUST complete the EXCL Registration Form, found on EXCL's website, and the program reservation form found HERE return it, along with any required documents and payment, to the EXCL Office (1 Depot Place in Unionville, CT).
• Space is limited so register early!
• Call 860-404-0112 with any questions.

Farmington Summer Strings Academy - Extended Day with EXCL (8 AM to 1 PM / 4-5 PM)