How to Apply
Session I: July 1 - 13, 2025, Session II: July 15 - 27, 2025
Click on the Tabs labeled How to Apply, Recording or Audition, and Music Festival Tuition to learn more. Click HERE to access the application form. This page is best viewed on a computer or tablet.
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How to Apply to Session I or Two
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Application Checklist
- Completed Application Form (Click HERE to view and fill out Session I Application Form). (Click HERE to view and fill out Session II Application Form).
- Audition Recording or Live Virtual Audition.
- Non-refundable Application Fee.
Application Fee must be paid for application to be considered.
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- Participation in the festival is subject to our general Terms and Conditions.
- Students are responsible for making their own travel arrangements.
- The festival will not be responsible for individual medical coverage and expenses or for the supervision of students.
- A parent or guardian may wish to accompany students under 18 years of age. More information can be found on Tuition and Fees. You may also fill out the Guest Form.
- Students age 14 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- If a teacher is unavailable, the festival reserves the right to reassign students to a different teacher.
- Not all instrumental students will be assigned to the orchestra. Festival reserves the right to make all assignment decisions.
- Accepted students will receive a Welcome Handbook detailing music assignments, learning materials, and travel information closer to the time of the festival.
- Airport Shuttle travel information can be found HERE.
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- USD 100 non-refundable Application Fee is due by February 1st, 2025 (additional USD 60 non-refundable Late Application Fee if applying after this).
- We regret that not all students are accepted to the festival.
- After the Application Deadline of February 1st, 2025 acceptance is subject to availability.
- USD 300 Deposit is due two weeks after receipt of notice of acceptance to reserve your seat.
- Remaining fees are due on or before March 20th, 2025.
- Any late payments must be made online to avoid delays.
- Student Tuition Payments may be made with credit card on the Make a Payment Page. Credit Cards, Wire Transfers, Checks, and Money Orders are accepted. Payments after March 20, 2025 must be made online.
- Detailed tuition information can be found HERE.
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Students must choose one of the following:
Recording:
- Must contain two contrasting pieces or two contrasting movements within one piece. Voice students may send two contrasting songs or arias that showcase your abilities.
- Must be no longer than 30 minutes.
- Recording may be video or audio and sent in any digital format, including email.
- Must be made on the instrument(s) for which you are applying.
- Students may apply for one or multiple instruments with the same application form. It is common for students to study two instruments at the festival.
- Composition Program Only: Prospective students should submit two scores that best represent their compositional ability. Scores should be emailed as PDFs or uploaded when submitting the application form. No recordings are necessary, though you may include recordings or MIDI files of your piece if you like.
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Live Virtual Audition
- Students participating in Live Virtual Auditions will have the opportunity to meet some members of the administration and faculty.
- Repertoire must include student’s choice of two contrasting pieces or two contrasting movements within one piece sent to InterHarmony in advance. Voice students may sing two contrasting songs or arias that showcase their abilities.
- Auditions will be no longer than 30 minutes.
- Students who choose to participate in Live Virtual Auditions must agree to be available on the Live Virtual Audition Dates.
- Audition times will be confirmed individually on the dates provided to accommodate specific time zones.
- For students who prefer the Live Virtual Audition to sending a recording, the application form and fee must be received by January 9, 2025. IIMF’s representative will contact the applicant to schedule the audition time for one of the Live Virtual Audition dates.
Admission into InterHarmony International Music Festival is by Recording or Live Virtual Audition only.
Live Audition Dates:
January 12, 2025: Woodwinds and Brass
January 13, 2025: Strings and Voice
January 14, 2025: Piano -
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at: festival@interharmony.com or by using our Contact Form.
Questions about the Shuttle? Detailed information can be found on the Shuttle Page.
The festival shuttle is only for registered students and guests.
Quick Links
- InterHarmony ItalyApply to InterHarmony In-Person in Italy!
Session I: July 1 - 13, 2025
Session II: July 15 - 27, 2025
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Recording or Live Virtual Audition Requirements
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Students must choose one of the following:
Recording:
- Must contain two contrasting pieces or two contrasting movements within one piece. Voice students may send two contrasting songs or arias that showcase your abilities.
- Must be no longer than 30 minutes.
- Recording may be video or audio and sent in any digital format, including email.
- Must be made on the instrument(s) for which you are applying.
- Students may apply for one or multiple instruments with the same application form. It is common for students to study two instruments at the festival.
- Composition Program Only: Prospective students should submit two scores that best represent their compositional ability. Scores should be emailed as PDFs or uploaded when submitting the application form. No recordings are necessary, though you may include recordings or MIDI files of your piece if you like.
OR
Live Virtual Audition
- Students participating in Live Virtual Auditions will have the opportunity to meet some members of the administration and faculty.
- Repertoire must include student’s choice of two contrasting pieces or two contrasting movements within one piece sent to InterHarmony in advance. Voice students may sing two contrasting songs or arias that showcase their abilities.
- Auditions will be no longer than 30 minutes.
- Students who choose to participate in Live Virtual Auditions must agree to be available on the Live Virtual Audition Dates.
- Audition times will be confirmed individually on the dates provided to accommodate specific time zones.
- For students who prefer the Live Virtual Audition to sending a recording, the application form and fee must be received by January 9, 2025. IIMF’s representative will contact the applicant to schedule the audition time for one of the Live Virtual Audition dates.
Admission into InterHarmony International Music Festival is by Recording or Live Virtual Audition only.
Live Audition Dates:
January 12, 2025: Woodwinds and Brass
January 13, 2025: Strings and Voice
January 14, 2025: Piano -
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at: festival@interharmony.com or by using our Contact Form.
Questions about the Shuttle? Detailed information can be found on the Shuttle Page.
The festival shuttle is only for registered students and guests.
Quick Links
- InterHarmony ItalyApply to InterHarmony In-Person in Italy!
Session I: July 1 - 13, 2025
Session II: July 15 - 27, 2025 -
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Student Tuition for Session I or II
10% student only tuition discount if paid by March 1st, 2025.
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$3,774double/triple
- If students apply for Session I or Session II in Italy and pay in full by March 1st, 2025 the 10% tuition discount brings the total tuition to USD $3,349.
- If students attend more than one session, there is a 10% tuition discount off of an additional session.
- Students enrolled in the InterHarmony International School of Music receive an additional 10% tuition discount per session.
- Tuition including two lessons per week, two chamber coachings per week, lectures, seminars, master classes, orchestra or opera (if applicable), room/board in double or triple room capacity with 3 meals per day, and excursions provided by the festival, and complimentary shuttle to/from Milan Malpensa Airport to/from Acqui Terme.
- Application and deposit fees are included in the tuition, except USD 60 late application fee after February 1, 2025.
- Rooms are subject to availability. Certain restrictions may apply.
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$4,394single
- If students apply for Session I or Session II in Italy and pay in full by March 1st, 2025 the 10% tuition discount brings the total tuition to USD 3,955.
- If students attend more than one session, there is a 10% tuition discount off of an additional session.
- Students enrolled in the InterHarmony International School of Music receive an additional 10% tuition discount per session.
- Tuition including two lessons per week, two chamber coachings per week, lectures, seminars, master classes, orchestra or opera (if applicable), room/board in single room capacity with 3 meals per day, and excursions provided by the festival, and complimentary shuttle to/from Milan Malpensa Airport to/from Acqui Terme.
- Application and Deposit Fees are included in the tuition, except USD 60 late application fee if applying after February 1, 2025.
- Rooms are subject to availability. Once all single rooms are taken, there are a limited amount of double rooms that can be used as single rooms for a surcharge. Certain restrictions may apply.
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Cancellation Fees may apply, depending on the cancellation date:
- Application Fee and Late Application Fee are non-refundable.
- Deposit Fee is refundable until March 1st, 2025.
- Remaining fees are refundable until April 1st, 2025.
- Transaction or credit card processing fees are non-refundable
Please see the FAQ page for more information.
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If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at: festival@interharmony.com or by using our Contact Form.
Questions about the Shuttle? Detailed information can be found on the Shuttle Page.
The festival shuttle is only for registered students and guests.
Extras
Luxury Hotel Options
- There is a $488 surcharge per person to stay at Spa Hotel Acqui. (Space limited. Please write us to ask about availability.)
- There is a $224 surcharge per person to stay at Hotel Ariston
Accommodations at InterHarmony
Second Instrument
Students who would like to study more than one instrument at the festival. Tuition for a Second Instrument is $997.
Gluten or Lactose Free Meals*
InterHarmony is not able to accommodate all food sensitivities. InterHarmony can accommodate gluten free or lactose intolerant dietary restrictions. If gluten free or lactose intolerant, there is an additional $500 fee for the duration of the festival due to the hotel requirements of hiring a separate cook.
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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
These are our most frequently asked questions. You can also find answers on the website by mousing over "Italy Festival Info" in the menu. Under "Programs", you can read about each instrument group's program, as well as view an Example Schedule. You can also read about the Shuttle to/from the airport, Accommodations, and Excursions. HERE is more information about the festival in Acqui Terme. Please feel free to reach out to us with questions by email as well.
FAQ
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There is no age limit for the festival.
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Our two biggest groups are high school/teenagers and college/graduate students. There are also students 14 and under who must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The festival can also accommodate adult students.
While the festival is an intensive musical experience for advanced musicians, the unique structure allows accommodation of different levels. There is a point where age becomes irrelevant when considering the musical level and experience of a student. In the arts, some people progress very fast at a young age and reach a more advanced level than some college students. InterHarmony recognizes that musical mastery is a life-long journey. The staff’s musical expertise and experience in working with so many musicians allows them to place students in chamber music according to level. The Artist Faculty work closely with the staff based on recordings, resume material, and knowledge of the students’ experience and/or personality to assign pieces that will provide the best experience and room for growth for their current level.
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Students are chosen for acceptance by a committee of staff and Artist Faculty based on their recordings and application material.
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Applications are considered on a first-come, first serve basis. Normally you will receive an answer within one to two weeks of submitting all application materials.
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While InterHarmony is not responsible for student supervision, the town is very safe. Students 14 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, and if you are a parent concerned about safety, we suggest you attend with your minor students.
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It is very common for family members and friends to attend as guests of the students at the festival.
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Yes. Students receive digital certificates of completion they can print after the festival. There are other certificates or digital badges they may earn at InterHarmony.
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Yes! The majority of cellists and all double bassists and harpists rent instruments at the festival. Some violinists and violists also decide to rent instruments so they can travel before or after the festival without worry. InterHarmony helps arrange for a luthier to transport rental string instruments to the festival where students can pick them up on the first day. InterHarmony arranges harp rentals and transportation from Salvi Harps. Harp students share the instruments, and therefore split the rental cost between them.
How it works for instrument rentals is that InterHarmony takes a security deposit of $150 from each student renting an instrument that is returned if there are no damages to the instrument in September when the staff returns from Europe. Students may also need to sign a form that if there are damages to the instrument, they will not receive their security deposit back. You can view rental costs on the Instrument Rental Form here. Subtract $150 from the cost to get the price of the rental shown on the form, since the $150 is the security deposit. InterHarmony does not receive any profit from providing rental instruments. The rental cost is for instrument rental and transport only.
Note: If cellists decide to bring their own instrument to the festival, it is recommended for the cellist to buy a seat on the plane for your cello. It is not safe to put cellos in the baggage area because they are almost always damaged or ruined by baggage handlers, and travel insurance will not cover anywhere near the cost of the instruments.
Quick Links
- InterHarmony ItalyApply to InterHarmony In-Person in Italy!
Session I: July 1 - 13, 2025
Session II: July 15 - 27, 2025 -
