Summer Programmes 2024

The KM Music Conservatory Summer Programmes welcomes musicians aged 10 and above and of any ability to take part in a 3-week intensive practical exploration of music at our renowned Chennai facility. During the programme students will work with our team of dedicated music professionals to explore and unlock their creative potential and discover new skills.

The course combines individual specialist training (1-to-1), group specialist training (same discipline), and general music training and group work (cross discipline) in order to create a comprehensive music education experience that has an industry edge and focuses on practical development. The course will finish with a live concert performance.

Block A [Mon May 13th – Fri May 31st]

Western Voice | Piano | Guitar |Composition & Improvisation | Hindustani Voice | Tabla

Block B [Mon Jun 10th – Fri Jun 28th]

Western Voice | Piano | Guitar | Violin | Composition & Improvisation | Hindustani Voice | Tabla

Classes run from Mon – Fri, 10.30am-5pm

There will be a final concert on the last day of each block

Western Voice [Block A & B]

The western vocal summer school is a chance for singers to re-engage with core techniques and develop their interpretative and performance skills. With a mix of individual and group sessions students will strengthen breathing and posture as well as having fun engaging in characterisation and emoting through performance.

  • Age 10 and above
  • Any ability
  • Fees: Rs 45,000 /- (+18% GST)

Piano [Block A & B]

The classical piano summer school is geared towards students of any ability, from absolute beginner to advanced pianists. Using the intensive study period to address key issues in technique, posture, finger-technique and scores, students will develop repertoire knowledge in individual and group class environments. Ensemble performance will also feature as performers learn how to play as part of a group.

  • Age 10 and above
  • Any ability
  • Fees: Rs 45,000 /- (+18% GST)

Guitar [Block A & B]

The guitar summer school welcomes students with interest in either Spanish classical, or contemporary blues to take part in a hands-on exploration of guitar technique, playing styles and genres. Specially selected repertoire and exercises will encourage development of strong finger-techniques, posture and musicality.

  • Age 10 and above
  • Should have some playing ability
  • Fees: Rs 45,000 /- (+18% GST)

Composition & Improvisation [Block A & B]

Explore the creative process involved in making new music in this collaborative summer programme suitable for performers and composers alike. Discover new ways to conceptualise ideas and then develop them through improvisation and performance workshops. Learn about different notational methods and practices in order to capture your ideas and also various stylistic practices from around the world.

  • Age 10 and above
  • Should have some playing ability
  • Fees: Rs 45,000 /- (+18% GST)

Violin [Block B]

The western violin summer programme gives students a chance to start learning as a complete beginner of to build upon previous knowledge and skills. Learn new technique and repertoire or prepare for ABRSM or TCL examinations. The course will be tailored towards individual requirements with both 1-to-1 sessions and group activities ending with a short performance.

  • Age 10 and above
  • Should have some playing ability
  • Fees: Rs 45,000 /- (+18% GST)

Hindustani Voice [Block A & B]

Work on the fundaments of Hindustani Classical singing in group sessions with our esteemed team. Work on voice culture, breathing, posture and technique as you develop skills in understanding and presenting ragas. Explore the diverse and rich heritage and history of the Indian Classical Tradition.

  • Age 10 and above
  • Any ability
  • Fees: Rs 45,000 /- (+18% GST)

Faculty

Subject Block A Block B
Western Voice Liliana Shaykhi & Krystal Kiran (Week 1) Subin Mathai
Guitar Matt Bacon Mahen Joshi
Piano Gerardo Lara Lavania Kumar & Adam Greig
Composition & Improvisation Jimmy Bunch & Anantha Krishnan Wesley Crispus
Hindustani Voice Humble Shine
Violin Anupam Roy

Examples of Sessions and Day Outline

Group: Cross Discipline

These sessions will cover larger areas relating to music performance, history and culture. These interactive multi-media sessions are designed to be of interest for all aspiring musicians and will help in the development and understanding of how music developed, aspects of style and genre, basics of studio and recording, online music platforms for publicity and marketing, as well as confidence building and stagecraft sessions. They will be used later in the summer school to bring together the final performances.

Group: Specialist Training

These sessions consist of group sessions per discipline (all pianists together, all western vocalists etc.) and take the form of interactive master classes. During these sessions the faculty member will work intensively with one or more students in front of the whole class. These sessions may relate to areas of technique, interpretation or other performance issues. Not only does this allow all students to benefit from the teaching, but they help in gaining stage confidence.

Individual: Specialist Training

One on one sessions are tailored to the development of each individual student taking part in the course. At the outset of the course a consultation will take place in order to gauge the student’s ability, set targets for the course and work out a personal regime to be followed during the course (technical exercises, repertoire). Individual sessions will occur either daily or every two days depending on the number of students and need. Session lengths vary depending on the need and standard of the student and may fluctuate throughout the course as required (at some points shorter sessions more often may be suited or longer sessions with larger gaps between).

Course Outcomes
There will be a final public concert where students get the opportunity to play live in one of the KM performance spaces, this will also be streamed live on the KM social media pages. The concert may be themed or may have elements drawn from the Group training in them.

Sample Day Schedule (may differ for different disciplines)

Time Session Description
10.30am-12pm  Group Music Session Everyone together for a general workshop session
1pm-3pm Individual Sessions and Practice 1-on-1 time with teachers and practice time
 3.30pm-5pm Group Masterclass Subject specific group Masterclass session

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