Unique music experience for violinists
The International Academy takes place at the beautiful Portinho da Arrábida, a small fisherman’s village in the Arrabida Natural Reserve in Portugal. In partnership with Casa do Gaiato, the violin academy is all about violin and enjoying the beauty of the place together, with its unique concert locations such as natural grottos and convents. For this first edition of the academy the teachers are coming on a volunteer basis as all income from the week-long academy will go to the orphanage, Casa do Gaiato. Thanks to this arrangement a select number of students will be invited to participate at greatly reduced prices.
The violin academy is geared to violin students from 16 years old (exceptions can be made in special circumstances, please contact us).
Students will receive daily lessons (including individual lessons, violin ensembles, and piano coachings.
Student and faculty performances will take place in unique locations such as a natural grotto, patio with open ocean views, and on the beach
Piano coaching will be given as lessons
It is very important to us that the young artists have time to enjoy the unique and inspiring environment of Arrabida: a magnificent paradise with its beaches, nature, and breathtaking views. Therefore, after lunch there will be time off to enjoy those activities – we encourage very reduced screen time during the festival
All participants will enjoy the wonderful climate and the possibility to eat and play outside
