Visit the School of Music
The Stetson University School of Music hosts a series of events whose purpose is to allow prospective students the chance to meet current students and faculty, tour the campus and the music school's facilities and get a taste of the Stetson University experience.
Hi-Notes Shadow Day
Hi-Notes Shadow Days are visit opportunities custom-made to meet your needs as a music student. You will have the opportunity to shadow a current music student, sit in on classes based on intended major, meet with a faculty member and have a mock lesson, meet with your admission counselor, partake in an ensemble rehearsal, eat lunch with current students and so much more. Through this program, students can become a Stetson Hatter for the day! Hi-Notes Visits are open to current high school seniors and transfer students interested in Stetson's School of Music.
For more information, please contact Music Admissions, [email protected].
»Schedule a Hi-Notes Visit today!
High School Choral Festival
Early in the fall semester, high school choral students are invited to a choral festival preparing and performing SSAA, TTBB, and SATB repertoire. Nearly 400 students typically attend this two-day event.
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Stetson Tenor/Bass Festival
In January, high school choral students are invited to an exciting one-day workshop and festival for tenors and basses. Nearly 300 high school students attend.
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String Institute
The Stetson University String Institute provides young string players opportunities to participate in a range of exciting musical experiences under the guidance of Stetson University faculty artists. Once a year high school string students are invited to campus to spend a weekend working with our string faculty, taking lessons, playing in ensemble settings and working with the University Orchestra.
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Piano Day
Stetson Piano Day is for intermediate to advanced piano students ages 11-17 and their teachers. Piano Day offers students with masterclass settings and performances by featured guest artists and Stetson University School of Music faculty. Students have the opportunity to win cash prizes. Tuition is free for accepted students.
Camps and Festivals
Throughout the year, the Stetson University School of Music offers camps in performance areas including brass, clarinet, double reed, flute, saxophone, string and voice. Each event has a distinct focus, but all include a heavy focus on playing techniques, rehearsal and principles of the area, and challenge students to share in the instructors' passion for their instruments.
For more information, please see the Stetson University School of Music's Camps and Festivals page.
Campus Tours
The university's Office of Admissions regularly conducts campus tours, as well as numerous other opportunities to visit the university. Also, it's always a good idea to schedule a campus tour to coincide with your audition, though we do offer campus tours conducted by students of the Stetson University School of Music on audition days.
Concerts and Events
The Stetson University School of Music maintains an active events calendar for each of its performance areas. The community is welcome to attend and enjoy an evening of culture and music. This is also a great chance for you to see faculty and current students in action and preview the level of quality that sets the Stetson University School of Music apart.