THE INTERNATIONAL MUSIC INSTITUTE & FESTIVAL USA
Apply Now to Attend IMIF 2010 (July 11-21, 2010)
Applications are now being accepted.
2010 Deadlines
March 1, 2010: Early Acceptance
Application and all supporting materials must be received by this date for maximum scholarship consideration. Applicants will be notified of acceptance and scholarship award (if applicable) by March 15, 2010. Deposit due by April 1. Full payment due by May 30.
April 15, 2009: Application Deadline
All applications and supporting materials must be received by this date. Applicants will be notified of acceptance and scholarship award (if applicable) by May 1, 2010. Deposit due by May 15. Full payment due by May 30.
Application and all supporting materials must be received by this date for maximum scholarship consideration. Applicants will be notified of acceptance and scholarship award (if applicable) by March 15, 2010. Deposit due by April 1. Full payment due by May 30.
April 15, 2009: Application Deadline
All applications and supporting materials must be received by this date. Applicants will be notified of acceptance and scholarship award (if applicable) by May 1, 2010. Deposit due by May 15. Full payment due by May 30.
Application (required for all new and return participants)
| Application |
Parent/Guardian Application (required for students age 11 and under)
| Parent/Guardian Application |
2010 Tuition, Room, and Board
Tuition, room, and board for IMIF 2010 (July 11-21) is $1795 (USD) and includes:
- Accommodations in a single, air-conditioned room (towels and bed linens included)
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Private lessons (4)
- Chamber music
- Master classes
- Lectures/Presentations
- Recital participation
- Piano accompaniment for recitals and master classes (strings
- Career counseling
- Recreational and social activities
- Commemorative T-shirt
Scholarships and Assistantships
Scholarship assistance is available; priority is given to those applicants showing highest merit as demonstrated on the audition tape. Financial need is used only as a secondary consideration. We highly recommend applying by the "early admissions" deadline.
For scholarship consideration, please include a letter of request with your application. Your letter must include total annual household income (with copy of income tax return) and explanation of circumstances. You may also include supporting materials, e.g. programs, awards, additional letters of recommendation, etc. Students are encouraged to seek out sponsors in their communities (e.g. religious groups, schools, arts or civic organizations, private donors, and local businesses). We offer accepted participants a special opportunity to find friends, family, and local businesses to contribute to their tuition. All sponsors will be listed in our program book.
A limited number of assistantships are available, as follows:
For scholarship consideration, please include a letter of request with your application. Your letter must include total annual household income (with copy of income tax return) and explanation of circumstances. You may also include supporting materials, e.g. programs, awards, additional letters of recommendation, etc. Students are encouraged to seek out sponsors in their communities (e.g. religious groups, schools, arts or civic organizations, private donors, and local businesses). We offer accepted participants a special opportunity to find friends, family, and local businesses to contribute to their tuition. All sponsors will be listed in our program book.
A limited number of assistantships are available, as follows:
- Accompanying assistantships (pianists). Selected recipients will be expected to perform a moderate amount of accompanying of IMIF string participants for master classes and/or recitals. Piano parts will be sent approximately 3-4 weeks prior to the start of IMIF.
- "Counselor" positions (all instruments, must be 17 or older). Counselors will assist faculty and administrators with various tasks related to concerts, teaching, and administration.
Participants Ages 11 & Under
The presence of a parent/guardian is mandatory for participants under the age of 12 (11& under). Parent/guardian registration includes full room and board. The cost for 2010 is $700 (with participating child). Please submit parent/guardian application (above) and contact us for details.
Concert Tour
The optional post-IMIF concert concert and sightseeing tour is open to selected IMIF participants. Tour participants will perform as soloists and/or as part of ensembles. Selection is based on audition materials sent with application. Tour participants will be housed with host families and will be charged a nominal fee. Invitations will be sent by May 1 and must be confirmed by May 15.
Cancellation Policy
If you have to cancel for any reason, cancellation fees are based on how far in advance we receive your cancellation notice in writing or through email notification. Refunds are as follows:
Prior to May 1 - All payments refunded minus cancellation fee of $100
May 1-15 = Cancellation fee of $200
May 15-June 15 = Cancellation fee of $500
June 16-beginning of IMIF = No more than $500 will be refunded, amount based on date of cancellation. We may consider applying part of the payments made to next year's program.
Prior to May 1 - All payments refunded minus cancellation fee of $100
May 1-15 = Cancellation fee of $200
May 15-June 15 = Cancellation fee of $500
June 16-beginning of IMIF = No more than $500 will be refunded, amount based on date of cancellation. We may consider applying part of the payments made to next year's program.