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Vermont Youth Orchestra Association

 Vermont Youth Orchestra Association

223 Ethan Allen Ave.
Colchester, VT 05446
802-655-5030

With a mission “to develop young people as artists, citizens, and leaders through the shared pursuit of musical excellence,” the VYOA is committed to providing experiences for students of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Over 300 students participate in our orchestras, string training programs, choruses, subsidized lesson program, and camps. Rug Concerts, for ages 5 & under, introduce children to classical music in an intimate, child-friendly setting. Music Inspires, our community engagement program, reaches over 3,000 schoolchildren annually through group lessons, after-school programs, school-day performances, and instruments at no cost to students, their families, or their schools. Visit www.vyo.org for more information. The VYOA teaches and inspires young people through the creation and performance of music to develop a life-long love of music, leadership strengths, a sense of teamwork and responsibility, while embracing the cultural vitality of our community. For more detailed information, please visit our website: www.vyo.org

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Talent Development Institute

Talent Development Institute

Colchester, VT

TDI is a summer camp/academic program, with overnight and commuter options, for advanced and gifted students who are entering grades 4-9. The 2018 Institute will be held for two weeks: June 24-30 and July 1-7. Participants may be involved for one or both weeks. This year's classes- which include Rube…(more)

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BCA Studios

BCA Studios

Burlington, VT

Our Summer Camp program features over 70, week-long, half and full day camps for ages 6 - 18 in clay, printmaking, photography, digital design, painting, drawing & jewelry. Join us for a fun, creative and hands-on summer in our studios! Full and partial scholarships available. BCA members receive 10% off!…(more)

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