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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!
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
The Experience
The Ingenium Academy prides itself on not only being an outstanding music school with top class tuition, but also a fun and culturally diverse experience for young people from all over the world.
Every student at The Ingenium Academy goes home having developed their musical technique, as well as having advanced personally and socially through gaining a rich cultural understanding.
Activities and Day Trips
We offer an extensive range of evening activities including team games, discos, quiz nights, movie nights and barbeques. Sunday afternoon activities also include team sports, swimming, tennis, theatre, dance, English language booster lessons and arts and crafts.
Our students have plenty of opportunities to explore during their stay at The Ingenium Academy, including discovering the historic city of Winchester and the prehistoric monument of nearby Stonehenge. They will also have the chance to visit London, seeing the sights of The Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, The Tower of London, The Crown Jewels, The London Eye and Madame Tussauds as well as enjoying a West End show.
Other trips may include a day out at a theme park, a visit to the south coast of England and outings to the beautiful towns of Guildford and Salisbury.
A Typical Week
Every day at the Ingenium Academy is different, and a typical week is packed with rehearsals, sectionals, workshops, day trips and fun evening activities. While each programme has a bespoke timetable of tailored tuition, the whole school comes together for mealtimes, evening activites and outings.
Here is an example of what a week at the Ingenium Academy might look like:
Accommodation
The Ingenium Academy is based at Winchester College, situated in the stunning city of Winchester just an hour away from London. Winchester College was founded in 1382 and is one of Britain's leading independent schools. Our students are accommodated in the comfortable boarding houses of Winchester College which provide a safe and homely environment for the three-week programme.
The bedrooms and dormitories at Winchester have between 1 and 8 beds. All rooms and floors are single sex. We take care that our students are placed with other students of a similar disposition and strive hard to ensure that everyone is happy during their time at The Ingenium Academy.
Our pastoral staff also reside in the boarding houses throughout the three weeks in order to provide round-the-clock supervision and care.
Mealtimes
Breakfast is eaten in the boarding houses every morning. Lunch and Dinner are served in the 14th Century, oak panelled College Hall at the heart of the college Campus. Packed lunches are provided for day trips and outings. Our menus are well balanced and varied and we cater for all dietary requirements.
Every student at The Ingenium Academy goes home having developed their musical technique, as well as having advanced personally and socially through gaining a rich cultural understanding.
Activities and Day Trips
We offer an extensive range of evening activities including team games, discos, quiz nights, movie nights and barbeques. Sunday afternoon activities also include team sports, swimming, tennis, theatre, dance, English language booster lessons and arts and crafts.
Our students have plenty of opportunities to explore during their stay at The Ingenium Academy, including discovering the historic city of Winchester and the prehistoric monument of nearby Stonehenge. They will also have the chance to visit London, seeing the sights of The Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, The Tower of London, The Crown Jewels, The London Eye and Madame Tussauds as well as enjoying a West End show.
Other trips may include a day out at a theme park, a visit to the south coast of England and outings to the beautiful towns of Guildford and Salisbury.
A Typical Week
Every day at the Ingenium Academy is different, and a typical week is packed with rehearsals, sectionals, workshops, day trips and fun evening activities. While each programme has a bespoke timetable of tailored tuition, the whole school comes together for mealtimes, evening activites and outings.
Here is an example of what a week at the Ingenium Academy might look like:
Accommodation
The Ingenium Academy is based at Winchester College, situated in the stunning city of Winchester just an hour away from London. Winchester College was founded in 1382 and is one of Britain's leading independent schools. Our students are accommodated in the comfortable boarding houses of Winchester College which provide a safe and homely environment for the three-week programme.
The bedrooms and dormitories at Winchester have between 1 and 8 beds. All rooms and floors are single sex. We take care that our students are placed with other students of a similar disposition and strive hard to ensure that everyone is happy during their time at The Ingenium Academy.
Our pastoral staff also reside in the boarding houses throughout the three weeks in order to provide round-the-clock supervision and care.
Mealtimes
Breakfast is eaten in the boarding houses every morning. Lunch and Dinner are served in the 14th Century, oak panelled College Hall at the heart of the college Campus. Packed lunches are provided for day trips and outings. Our menus are well balanced and varied and we cater for all dietary requirements.
Language
The Ingenium Academy is an English speaking music school. We provide our non-native English speaking students with an incredible opportunity to immerse themselves in an English speaking environment and to improve the quality and fluency of their English language skills. We take care to support our non-native English speaking students and help them to develop their linguistic skills. We also offer English language booster lessons and support.