Masterclass Performance Opportunity

Selected students will have the opportunity to perform a solo work in front of an audience and receive feedback from a masterclass teacher. Students may sign up using either their primary or secondary instrument.

A collaborative pianist is not required for participation. However, if you wish to perform with one, a list of available pianists will be provided to selected students. Students are responsible for arranging a rehearsal prior to camp and covering the pianist’s fee.

Elective Class

Please choose one of the following topics. Each class will meet four times during the session. If a class does not meet the minimum enrollment, C’est Bon faculty will reassign students to another class based on the best fit.

1. Community Engagement with Daniel
All instruments | Ages 12+

For students interested in helping plan the 2025 C’est Bon Student-Run Fundraising Concert. Collaborate with faculty and peers to brainstorm ideas, build an action plan, and learn from nonprofit founders.

2. Piano Olympics with Rose
All pianists

Continue sharpening piano skills through high-energy games and collaborative musical challenges.

3. Listening to the Greats with Craig
All string players

Improve your playing and increase your awareness without lifting a finger. Sit back and relax as we listen to and analyze some of the great performers of the past and present.

4. Celtic Fiddle Music with Colyn
All string players

Explore a unique, vibrant, and exciting string tradition! Learn dances and songs from Scotland, Ireland, and the Americas—both by ear and by notation. Celtic music encourages experimentation, improvisation, risk-taking, and community.

5. Piano Talk with Jason
Pianists | Ages 12+

Perform solo or chamber repertoire and engage in group discussions on voicing, pedaling, interpretation, and other core piano techniques.

6. Advanced String Studies with David
**Advanced string players | Invitation only

An intensive elective for students invited based on their audition recordings submitted with the application. Students will work on advanced solo, chamber, or orchestral excerpt repertoire. Specific repertoire will be assigned at a later date in addition to the student’s chamber group placement.

7. Beyond Borders with Avery
For students participating in the Beyond Borders program

Prepare for your cultural exchange trip by rehearsing music, practicing basic language skills, and learning about the country’s culture and current events.