The Ohio State University School of Music

Summer Strings 2027 — Day Program

Summer Strings 2027 — Day Program

Monday–Friday, June 14–18 and 21–25

  • Mornings only, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

  • Tentative student/Parent Orientation, 8:30 a.m., June 14


Steinbrenner Band Center | Ohio Stadium

Summer Strings offers two weeks of motivational hands-on training in technique and aural skill development, participation in chamber music ensembles, and large orchestra rehearsals in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere. While this workshop is designed to meet the needs of students from various training styles, all students should have at least one year of playing experience. 

All students participate in both weeks of the workshop.

Heather Lofdahl

Program director
Professor Heather Lofdahl

ELIGIBILITY — For students entering grades 4–9 in the 2027–2028 school year, with at least one year of playing experience.

Ability level: This program is designed to meet the needs of students with different string training backgrounds (Suzuki, school orchestra, private lessons, other ensembles). Participants will be placed into technique classes and orchestras based on years of experience and skill level.

MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT — 75

FEES  — 2027 fees will be posted soon.

Highlights

  • Instrument-specific technique development and creative ear training designed for different experience levels
  • Daily small-group chamber ensemble coaching
  • Orchestras grouped by skill level
  • Large teaching staff allowing for more individualized instruction
  • Opportunity to play with other string students from central Ohio

Daily Schedule

  • (Tentative) Short student/parent orientation session on Monday, June 14 at 8:30 a.m.
  • Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.–12 noon. The daily schedule is firm. We are unable to provide supervision prior to or after the program ends each day.
  • Finale concert will be held in Weigel Auditorium in the Timashev Family Music Building on Friday, June 25 at 12:30 p.m. 

Registration

Registration deadline — Tuesday, May 25

STEP 1— You will be required to make payment via credit card at the time of registration. Shortly after submitting payment, you will receive an email confirming the transaction.

Registration will open here February 2, 2027

NOTE — The registration/payment form works best on a computer (PC or Mac).
MAC USERS — use Chrome, not Safari.

What's Next?

  • Approximately one week before the program, participants and parents/guardians will receive an email with basic information about what to pack, arrival, parking, and check-in, as well as a Digital Handbook with important information for a successful experience. 

Questions?