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 1 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: 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Small Group Instrument Lessons 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM Note-Reading Group Class 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM Visual Arts 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Orchestra Rehearsal 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM Physical Education NOTES: Registration deadline: June 30, 2024 Cancellation Policy: Cancellations with a refund will be allowed up to July 1 less a $35 fee. There are NO cancellations / refunds after July 1! 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 and 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) $204 EXCL tuition PER week Week 5 - July 17-21 (M-F) Week 6 - July 24-28 (M-F) Week 4 - July 10-14 (M-F)