Summer Music Educators Workshop
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I register for the Summer Music Educators Workshop?
Early Registration is now open. To register complete the online registration form.
Does your deadline date indicate the postmark date or the date the registration form is due?
In order to ensure timely processing, registration forms must be received in our offices by Monday, June 29, 2020.
What is the total cost for the Music Educators Workshop?
The workshop fee for the first 75 forms is $75, and the workshop fee for the subsequent forms is $100.
This fee is payable via credit card or by check to Carnegie Hall. The workshop fee is the total cost for workshop participation. There is no additional tuition nor participation cost associated with the workshop.
Participants will be responsible for their own travel and lodging costs. Financial aid is available for a limited number of registrants to help cover travel and lodging expenses. Financial aid is not available for meal expenses, but Carnegie Hall will provide breakfast and lunch on workshop days.
Who should I contact for more information about financial aid?
Participants interested in applying for financial aid should contact Stephanie LoTempio at musiceducatorsworkshop@carnegiehall.org. Financial aid applicants will be asked to fill out an application form. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis through Monday, June 29, 2020. Applicants will be reviewed by a committee and will be awarded financial aid at the committee’s discretion.
Can I participate in the workshop if I live outside the New York City area?
We welcome educators from outside the New York City area to participate as long as they can attend all four days of the workshop.
If I cannot attend all four days of the workshop, can I still participate?
Due to the short length and intensive structure of the program, we cannot accept registration from participants who cannot attend all four days of the workshop.
Where should I stay for the Workshop?
Carnegie Hall has reserved room blocks at conference rates at the Washington Jefferson Hotel for the Summer Music Educators Workshop. Check out the conference rates for Session 1: Dare to Explore and Session 2: Dare to Create.
What is the full schedule of workshops?
A tentative list of dates, workshop topics, and guest faculty can be found on our program details page. This schedule will be updated regularly with new information.
I work with a youth ensemble on a regular basis, but am not certified in music education. May I register?
Absolutely! Our hope is for a mix of trained music educators who are in search of artistic rejuvenation, as well as performers and teaching artists in search of growth as educators. We encourage participation from choral educators who have found themselves teaching instrumental ensembles, as well as instrumental educators who have found themselves teaching choral ensembles. Similarly, we welcome registration from professional performers who have found second careers as teachers.
I have participated in the Music Educators Workshop in the past. Am I still eligible for this program?
While priority will be given to new participants, we will welcome returning teachers as space allows.
Registration Fee Cancellation or Refund
In the event that you need to cancel your registration, please email musiceducatorsworkshop@carnegiehall.org expressing your wish to do so. Registration refund requests must be received no later than Friday, June 26, 2020 All cancellations after that date will not be refunded. Carnegie Hall is not responsible for refunds of hotel accommodations or travel costs.