Connecticut Virtuosi Music Academy
About
Chamber orchestra-affiliated music academy with free/reduced-cost program
Connecticut Virtuosi Music Academy operates through First Presbyterian Church in Hartford. Affiliated chamber orchestra hosts performances; school includes Free/Reduced-Cost Music Education Program for Greater Hartford area students.
Programs
Programs span private lessons + ensembles + summer programs. Programs include:
- Private and group lessons: violin, viola, cello, double-bass, piano, voice
- Free/Reduced-Cost Music Education Program (Greater Hartford students)
- Summer Music Institute
- Summer Chamber Music Festival
- Greve Opera Academy in Italy
- School concerts at New Britain schools
- Opera productions (Carmen, Pagliacci, more)
What's Included
- Lesson rooms at First Presbyterian Church (136 Capitol Ave)
- Affiliated chamber orchestra performance access
- Free/Reduced-Cost program for qualifying students
- Summer institutes domestic + abroad
Experience
Free/Reduced-Cost program opens access for families priced out of typical commercial studios. Chamber orchestra affiliation gives students exposure to professional performances. Italy summer academy offers serious progression for committed students. Strong fit for classical-track families.