Choral Intensive
A student conductor at a previous summer workshop.
Declared “one of this country’s leading conservatories” by the New York Times, CCM offers an exceptional summer choral intensive program lead by the college's world renowned faculty.
- Dates: June 28-July 2, 2027
- Instructor: Dr. Joe Miller, Director
- Tuition: Fellow $900.00, Auditor $750.00
- Housing & Parking: Campus housing and parking will be available for an additional fee.
- Audition Applications Open: November 1, 2026
- Audition Applications Close: Applications due April 1, 2027
Join Director of Choral Studies Dr. Joe Miller for an immersive week of study, exploration and artistic growth designed for conductors who want to strengthen their skills and expand their musical leadership.
Open to conductors by audition, the Conducting Intensive provides a focused, highly personalized environment for developing the skills essential to effective choral leadership. Under Dr. Miller's guidance, fellows will explore conducting technique, choral pedagogy, musical analysis, rehearsal strategy and score preparation, with special emphasis on the study and performance of Handel's Messiah.
Drawing on extensive experience as a conductor, educator and mentor, Dr. Miller helps participants connect conducting technique with musical intention, vocal development and effective communication. Fellows will examine how physical gesture can convey clarity, character, phrasing and expression while building the rehearsal skills needed to inspire singers and shape a cohesive ensemble sound.
The week combines academic and pedagogical study with daily conducting masterclasses. Fellows receive substantial podium time each day in a supportive learning environment, working directly with Dr. Miller and receiving individualized feedback on conducting technique, rehearsal methods, musical interpretation and communication. Participants also learn from observing colleagues, engaging in discussion and exploring complex musical and pedagogical challenges together.
At the center of the week is an in-depth study of Handel's Messiah. Fellows will apply score analysis, historical understanding, vocal pedagogy, ensemble leadership and conducting technique to one of the most influential works in the choral repertoire.
Designed for conductors committed to continued growth, the Conducting Intensive offers concentrated study, meaningful podium experience and personalized mentorship. Fellows leave with practical tools, deeper musical insight and greater confidence as conductors and artistic leaders.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Two photos: one headshot or still photo, and one photo while conducting
- Repertoire List or works performed and studied
- Two letters of references
- Video of rehearsal – 15 minutes
- Video of performances – 15-30 minutes. This can be one performance or a selection from several performances.
Daniel Weeks,
Dieterle Chair of Music in memory of George Andreas and Elsa Fischer Dieterle; Professor of Voice
Housing
Housing is available for an additional fee for the CCM Summer Choral Intensive.