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Summer 2026 Programs
Find the perfect program for your musical journey
​​Our world-class, diverse faculty fosters a non-competitive community where pianists share family style meals with locally sourced ingredients, masterclasses, and evenings of music amid 200 acres of verdant hills and shimmering ponds - a celebrated destination for transformative piano immersion and lasting connections.
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Participants are welcome to attend one or more sessions; each session stands on its own, allowing pianists to choose the dates and faculty that best fit their artistic goals and summer schedule.
Whether you are a student exploring colleges, a conservatory pianist, a professional musician or piano enthusiast, we have a program for you! We look forward to welcoming you to Adamant Music School!
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Masterclasses and lessons with internationally renowned faculty
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Unlimited practice time in private studios with grand pianos
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Comfortable private bedrooms
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Family style meals with locally sourced ingredients shared in a warm communal dining room that fosters connection and conversation
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Evening concerts and a vibrant musical community
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Midweek day-off for an organized excursion to experience the best of Vermont, offering rest, inspiration, and time with new friends
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A beautiful rural Vermont setting that supports creativity, focus and artistic growth
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For pianists aged 16+
8:00 - Self-serve continental breakfast​​​​
9:00 - Practice in your own cabin in the woods​​​​
11:00 - Piano Lesson​​​​
12:30 - Lunch with your Masterclass faculty and peers
​​2:00 - Masterclass with Artist Faculty
​​​​6:00 - Dinner with your Masterclass faculty and peers
​​​​​7:30 - Concert followed by an evening bonfire
Pianists in Masterclass programs are welcome to attend Traditional sessions before or after their Masterclass and remain on campus between programs.
We invite our adult piano lovers and curious learners to join our summer masterclass sessions as Auditors. Whether you play the piano or simply love classical music, this is a rare opportunity to live inside the artistic process without the pressure of performance.
There are voluntary opportunities to perform at the auditors recital.
Auditor-in-Residence Masterclass
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May 30 - June 6, 2026
July 5 - 10, 2026
Auditor Day Pass
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May 30 - June 6, 2026
July 5 - 10, 2026
Additional Fees
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​Application fee: $75
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Application fee for Vermont residents: FREE
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Round-trip (to and from Adamant) shuttle: $100
- Airport: BTV ↔ Adamant
- Amtrak (Montpelier-Barre Station) ↔ Adamant
- Greyhound bus station/Montpelier ↔ Adamant -
Dinner for Guests: $25​
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Your deposit, equal to 50% of total tuition, is non‑refundable. All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing.
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60 days or more before the session: 50% of total tuition refunded
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30–59 days before the session: 25% of total tuition refunded
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Less than 30 days before the session: No refund will be issued
As a small nonprofit organization, we are unable to make exceptions to this policy. If you think your plans may change, we recommend purchasing camp or travel insurance from a third‑party provider.
Health Insurance
Participants are responsible for their own health insurance and should confirm that they have appropriate coverage during their stay in Vermont. Adamant Music School does not provide health insurance. Should medical care be needed, urgent care centers and hospitals are available in the area and accept personal insurance or private payment. International participants are encouraged to obtain travel or medical insurance that covers healthcare services in the United States during the program.