The academy was fun, educational and inspiring and the teaching was really excellent, friendly and interactive. I had a wonderful time, made some really good friends and can't wait to come back next year!

Buddy, Bassoon Student, 15, UK

I loved all the workshops, especially the improvisation, gospel and beatbox workshops

Clara, Piano Student, 16, Spain

Everything from the kids' arrival to the workshops to the outings was well organised and well-balanced.

Diana and George, Parents, USA

We were delighted to find Francois so happy after his three-week stay in Winchester. Thank you for having given Francois such a special experience

Catherine, Mother, France

I learnt a lot at the Ingenium Academy. I improved my musical skills loads from all the sight readings, master classes and playing in the orchestra. In addition to that, I enhanced my ability to play in ensemble and to be more in tune. I also got introduced to other aspects of music through all the workshops and musicianship classes.

Layan, Viola Student, 15, Palestine

I honestly think Buddy has had one of the best weeks of his life. We were overwhelmed by the standard of performance last night. The children's ability to have perfected so many things in their time at The Ingenium Academy was astonishing.

Emma, Mother, UK

Karol had the time of his life and his music and piano playing has really improved. To see so many young people so talented and to think that our son had the chance to spend three weeks in this music environment it was our and his dream come true.

Basia, Mother, UK / Poland

I want to thank you very much for giving Adam a wonderful experience, one that he will never forget! As parents, my husband and I saw a big difference in Adam's self-confidence. He came back extremely happy and the first thing he said was that he wished he had signed up for the full 3 weeks! He enjoyed every second. Thanks to you and all your staff. He most certainly wants to go back next summer!

Maie and Karim, Parents, Egypt

The organisation was superb. Karol gained inspiration for his future musical career and has been really motivated.

Basia, Mother, UK / Poland

Our son has benefited greatly in his musicianship. He played with new confidence at the final concert, which was a joy to watch.

Emma, Mother, UK

After my piano lessons I was really happy - they were really interesting, The teaching was so good. I learnt so much especially about the movement of the hands and body in relation to the sound - really amazing!

Clara, Piano Student, 16, Spain

The Ingenium Academy was amazing, unforgettable and incredible - the happiest three weeks of my life!

Anna, Cello Student, 18, UK

I loved working with the members of the City of London Sinfonia because they really helped with playing together as an orchestra. I also enjoyed the other workshops particularly as they caused me to broaden my musical experiences by doing things I'd not necessarily considered before.

Anna, Cello Student, 18, UK

The organisation of the Ingenium Academy was absolutely wonderful! There was excellent attention to detail. The setting was beautiful, comfortable and safe and the atmosphere was friendly, lively , fun and focused.

Zeena and Tim, Parents, UK

It was such a wonderful experience. One that Holly will always remember. We cannot thank you enough.

Zeena and Tim, Parents, UK

My favourite workshop was the gospel singing workshop with Ken Burton. It was special because of the style of his teaching and his originality.

Veriko, Vocal Student, 16, Georgia

It was beyond expectations. Nicole really loved it, the music, the trips, and she also made wonderful friends. Nicole loved this residency so much she would like to repeat it again next year.

Luisa and Raul, Parents, UK and Portugal

Every day at the Ingenium Academy had something fun in it! My favourite workshop was with Jo from the Swingle Singers; she gave us a lot of useful advice and working with her was fun and educational. I liked that she encouraged us to express ourselves and gave us opportunities to improvise.

Doroteja, Vocal Student, 14, Lithuania

I just wanted to say thank you because you have really made my summer unforgettable and hopefully I'll see you again next year!

Claudia, Flute Student, UK and Canada

No words are enough to describe this extraordinary experience. Many thanks for arranging everything; it was perfectly organised from all the aspects, musically and activities etc. Thank you for making me a better person; I did not only improve musically but on the personal side too.

Layan, Viola Student, 15, Palestine

Anna enjoyed the experience thoroughly, discovered other children with similar interests, learned much about her voice, how to protect it and how to improve, and sang a very broad range of repertoire of music.

Diana and George, Parents, USA

The experience exceeded all expectations. Elena has become very motivated musically and has also improved her English.

Maite, Mother, Spain

Eugenie was really impressed when she saw the oboist with whom she had a 1:1 lesson with on TV playing in the PROMS.

Catherine and Richard, Parents, France

The academy was really excellent and way above expectations. The atmosphere at the Ingenium Academy was perfect. Eugenie very much gained what we had hoped for her.

Catherine and Richard, Parents, France

I can only say congratulations for what you have done. My daughter has been totally motivated and happy. I think it was the best summer course she has ever been on.

Maite, Mother, Spain

I am so delighted to be one of the teachers for the Ingenium Academy this summer. It's a
fantastic opportunity for young musicians to get together and make music in a wonderful setting - the kind of experience that sets you up for life!

Joanna Forbes-L'Estrange, Former Musical Director, The Swingle Singers

Whether or not music is to be a career - the discipline, teamwork, concentration and intellectual application needed for excellent music making creates rounded, confident individuals. The Ingenium Academy's ethic is to enhance the all-round musician through courses delivered by a talented and experienced team of musicians with enthusiasm and passion. I am delighted to be involved.

Tom Hammond, former Principal Conductor, Royal Junior Academy of Music

The teaching at the Academy was passionate and in-depth; it gave me a better insight into the music world and life in the industry.

Claudia, Flute Student, 15, UK and Canada

Overview

Auditions for The Ingenium Academy summer 2013 are now open!

We ask all applicants to upload a short video showcasing their musical talent along with their application form.

We stress that this is not a scary audition, just a short showcase of how good you are. We want to see your musicality and your personality shine through in your playing / singing.

Competition for places is high. Audition videos will be reviewed by our conductors and places will be awarded on merit / standard of singing / playing.

We are looking for young people not only with a high standard of musicianship, but with a great sense of team spirit and a love of music making.

When recording your video, please note the following:

Videos should be no more than 10 minutes long and no less than 5 minutes
Videos should not be from a concert/public performance
At least one piece on the video should be unaccompanied. (There is no requirement to send in footage with piano accompaniment if the candidate wishes not to do so)
Videos should not be edited, mixed or mastered. Recordings should be a true reflection of the candidate's playing / singing.

When submitting your video, please note the following:

All videos should be accompanied by an email / letter from the candidate's teacher / school counselor confirming that they approve of the candidate applying and that their video is a true/accurate record of the candidate's playing / singing.

Please see respective pages for further details specific to vocal / instrumental auditions.

Audition Rounds

Places at the Ingenium Academy are awarded on merit and on a first come first serve basis.
We therefore strongly recommend that you apply as soon as possible to be in with the best chance of securing your place.