Music


Why Study Music at Interlochen


Follow in the footsteps of some of the most successful musicians around the world. Play, practice, and perform with talented peers and professionals in the beautiful woods of northern Michigan.

Here, instruments, musical styles, and artists come to speak the shared language of music. Whether you’re bringing enduring pieces of music to life or writing your own, you’ll have the space and support you need to excel. 

Summer Arts Camp

Music Camps

Arts Boarding School

Music Programs

Online Arts Programs

Virtual Instruction

Lifelong Learning

Music Workshops

A Meaningful Music Education

Whether you attend Arts Camp, Arts Academy, or a College for Creative Arts program, you’ll benefit from personalized instruction, practical and theoretical learning, and inspiring collaboration.

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Learn From the Best

Our exceptional faculty help you hone your craft through private lessons, studio classes, music theory courses, and ensemble experience. 
 

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Showcase Your Growth

You’ll have abundant opportunities to perform in large and small ensembles with talented peers.

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Find Inspiration All Around

World-class facilities surrounded by natural beauty provide an ideal setting for learning and creativity.

Fennell Music Library

Interlochen Center for the Arts' Fennell Music Library houses one of the largest performing ensemble collections in the world. We have over 100,000 items available, including scores, performance materials, sound recordings, and the esteemed Tureck Bach Research Institute.

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Fennell Music Library at Interlochen Center for the Arts

Music News & Features

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Interlochen alumni honored in 67th annual GRAMMY Awards

Singer-songwriters Chappell Roan and Norah Jones lead an exceptional cohort of alumni winners.

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Rhythms of hope: Music therapist Melita Belgrave turns popular tunes into intergenerational connections

A graduate of Interlochen Arts Academy and professor at Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, Belgrave shares stories of her work’s impact on people of all ages and stages.

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Equipped with experience: Senior Mason DeFoe shares how Interlochen has prepared him to chase his passion for noise-rock

The Music Production & Engineering major sounds off about the opportunities available at Interlochen—from performances in historic venues to mentors with the answers to those oddly-specific questions.

Upcoming Music Events
Feb
6

Music, Academy Student

Music Recital

Thursday, February 6, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Music Center 1010 FREE, no tickets required

Feb
19

Music, Academy Student

Piano Department Recital

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall FREE, no tickets required

Feb
19

Music, Academy Student

Wind Symphony with Choir 2/19/2025

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium Adult $17; Child-College $14

See what you can experience at Interlochen.

Come to a place where creatives thrive—and see how your unique journey unfolds. Plan your visit, request more information, or apply/register to an Interlochen Center for the Arts program today.