High School Opportunities
WVU offers several ways for middle school and high school students to advance their music education before their college years.
Choose Your Experience
WVU hosts a variety of music experiences on the WVU campus throughout the year. You'll work with nationally-known conductors, see performances by WVU student musicians, get specialized training from our outstanding faculty and connect with fellow high school musicians in the region.
Honor Bands
The WVU Invitational High School Honor Bands is a two-day event for high school band students. In addition to working with outstanding nationally-known conductors, students are treated to a performance by the WVU Wind Symphony and also have the opportunity to participate in masterclasses offered by members of the WVU School of Music faculty.
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Honor String Orchestras
The West Virginia University High School String Honor Orchestras is a three-day event for high school students (grades 9-12).
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String Chamber Music Intensive
During this five-day intensive, students will be assigned to a chamber music group to learn a work of chamber music, culminating in a public performance.
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Summer Percussion Academy
The annual West Virginia University Summer Percussion Academy is a comprehensive musical experience for high school percussion students, ages 14-18.
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Summer Brass Academy
This week-long brass camp is designed to help young brass musicians develop technical ability, interpretive skills, and increase their understanding of a variety of genres and musical styles through masterclasses, private practice time, and individual lessons.
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Our Summer Choir Camp promises a wholesome musical experience of singing, playing, and forging new friendships. During this 5-day camp, your child will be exposed to the wonder of the choral world and learn how to use their voice in an environment that provides a sense of community and teamwork through practice and a final performance to celebrate.
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