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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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Ten-day immersive Traditional session centered on a daily studio class with internationally renowned faculty
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Flexible lesson option, including the opportunity to get feedback from other faculty members
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Unlimited practice time in private studios with grand pianos
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Numerous performance opportunities, from informal studio sharings to formal concerts
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Comfortable private bedrooms
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Family style meals with locally sourced ingredients
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Rich mealtime connection with faculty and peers in our communal dining room
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Built-in day off for an organized excursion to experience the best of Vermont, offering rest, inspiration, and time with new friends
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Each Traditional Festival Session features a Guest Artist who leads two masterclasses (with performances by two pianists per studio), presents a solo concert and Q&A session, and joins everyone for meals - providing participants meaningful access to this special guest during their 3-day visit.
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Peaceful mountain retreat that supports creativity and community
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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 with a core faculty member or Seminar​​​​
12:30 - Lunch with Traditional faculty and peers​​​
​​2:00 - Daily Studio Class with your designated teacher
​​​​6:00 - Dinner with Traditional faculty and peers
​​​​​7:30 - Evening Concert or Activity
Traditional 1
Faculty
Guest Artist
June 8 - 19, 2026
Traditional 2
Faculty
Guest Artist
June 21 - July 2, 2026
Traditional 3
Faculty
Guest Artist
July 14 - 25, 2026
Traditional 4
Faculty
Guest Artist
July 27 - Aug 7, 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.