Community Program

The TSM Academy – Community Program

Since 2015, the Community Program has focused on providing learning and performance opportunities for advanced adult amateur musicians. We are proud to provide an experience that deepens the participants’ relationship with music in their daily lives.  Community Program participants can choose from three streams: Chamber Choir, Chamber Music, and the Piano Masterclass. For one week each summer, you can rehearse and perform with professional musicians, and attend workshops, masterclasses, and Festival concerts. 

If you are an avid amateur musician looking for an opportunity to connect with other musicians who share your passion, the Community Program is the perfect place for you.

Applications for the 2026 Community Program will open on Friday, January 30, 2026.
Program Dates: July 27 to August 1, 2026

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Choose from one of three streams: 

Chamber Music 

The Chamber Music Program is the perfect place for instrumental amateurs seeking a high-level music-making experience. Participants are placed in ensembles with professional musicians for a week of intensive rehearsing, coaching, and camaraderie. At the end of the week, participants are invited to share their music in a series of performances on the last day of the Festival. 

This program is open to strings, winds, brass, and pianists (both individuals and pre-formed ensembles are welcome to apply; please note that pre-formed ensembles must consist of no fewer than three members).

Please note that there are limited spots available, and applicants may be placed on a waitlist. As of 2026, all pre-formed ensembles must consist of a minimum of 3 participants (not including a mentor).

Applications for the 2026 Chamber Music Program are now open.
Application deadline: Friday, February 27, 2026
Applicants to the 2026 Chamber Music Program will be notified of their acceptance status by Friday, March 6, 2026.

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Chamber Choir

The Chamber Choir is a chance to refresh vocal skills and study inspiring works of choral literature in the intimacy of a chamber vocal ensemble. Aside from daily choir rehearsals with director Kathleen Allan, you will also enjoy sectionals with various vocal coaches. The week will culminate with a performance on the final day of the Festival. 

Spend a week singing and rehearsing exciting works with fellow choral enthusiasts!

Applications for the 2026 Chamber Choir are now open.
Application deadline: Friday, June 26, 2026
Applicants to the 2026 Chamber Choir will be notified of their acceptance status within two weeks of applying.

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Piano Masterclass

The Piano Masterclass welcomes pianists looking to improve their skills and explore the limitless repertoire for solo piano! This program offers daily masterclasses for a small group of pianists, and every pianist is offered the opportunity to perform on the final day of the Festival. 

Enjoy an exciting week of working on solo piano repertoire of your choice with a world-class pianist!

Applications for the 2026 Piano Masterclass are now open.
Application deadline: Friday, April 24, 2026
Applicants to the 2026 Chamber Choir will be notified of their acceptance status within two weeks of applying.

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Program Dates

July 27 to August 1, 2026

Program Fees 

Chamber Music: $1,000.00 + HST
Chamber Choir: $700.00 + HST
Piano Masterclass: $1,000.00 + HST

Typical Daily Schedule 

9:30am-12:00pm – Rehearsals, masterclasses, coachings 
12:00pm-1:00pm – Lunch 
1:00pm-4:00pm – Rehearsals, masterclass, coachings, Festival events 
4:00pm onwards – Festival events and concerts

Who Can Apply 

Applicants must be over 18 years of age. The Community Program is geared toward adult amateur musicians and does not accept applications from students currently enrolled in a music degree at a university/college. 

All information is available in French, upon request.
Toutes les informations sont disponibles en français, sur demande.

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