Young pianists have a splendid opportunity to develop their art through solos, duets and performances with a professional string ensemble at Schoolcraft College’s annual Summer Piano School. Piano students from third grade through high school can enroll in the first session, June 18 through June 29 for half-day sessions. They study composition, theory, rhythm and music history; develop their sight reading and keyboard skills; and perform solo piano performances and piano duets.

From July 9 through July 19, the focus is on the advanced piano student ready to play concertos and chamber music. Students receive instruction in theory, music history, skills and technique, and perform in a number of recitals. They rehearse and perform with a professional string ensemble. Students must audition before being accepted and must memorize one movement of a piano concerto.

Instructors include Donald Morelock, an extraordinary teacher and musician, whose students have won international competitions; Eugene Bossart, Schoolcraft artist-in-residence, and an expert coach and musician; and Julia Siciliano, an instructor with national and international competition honors. Tuition for each session is $300. Returning Summer Piano School students must contact the music office to register. First-time students must audition for placement. To schedule an audition, contact Patricia Minnick at 734-462-4403.