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Next Stage: High School Vocal Experience

Three students sing during a performance at LMU.

Summer 2027

Session Dates: July 5 - July 16, 2027

Location: On-Campus

Preparing young vocalists for the stage, studio, and beyond.

 

 

Course Description

Ready to take your voice to the next level?

This exciting two-week intensive is designed for high school singers who want to grow their skills, build confidence, and experience life as a vocalist. Students will explore solo and choral singing while learning the foundations of music history, ear training, stage presence, audition techniques, vocal health, diction, and even the International Phonetic Alphabet used by professional singers. Along the way, you'll develop rehearsal skills, make new friends who share your passion for music, and gain valuable performance experience. The program concludes with a showcase concert featuring opera scenes and choral works for family and friends.

  • "Next Stage: High School Vocal Experience" is a residential program on LMU's Los Angeles-area campus. There are no commuter options at this time - all participants are required to live on campus for the duration of their program.

  • In addition to their work in the classroom, students will have a chance to take a course-related field trip in Los Angeles.

    • Increase musical knowledge and skill level, particularly in the vocal arts, and provide resources for continuing to foster these skills
    • Acquire movement and acting skills for the stage
    • Participate in a high-level opera scenes and choral performance, directed by current LMU full-time faculty

  • Application Fee: $65

    2026 Program Cost: $6,500*

    The program cost includes:

    • Tuition for two-week, non-credit course
    • Housing and meals for two weeks
    • Course materials
    • Use of campus recreation facilities
    • Class field trips
    • Two weekend social trips off campus

    For additional information about program tuition and fees and payment options, please visit our Fees Page.

    *2027 program fees will be available online in October.

  • This class is open to rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors.

    Requirements:

    • Online Application
    • Personal Essay: Read the Prompt Now
    • Letter of Recommendation from a teacher or counselor
    • High School Transcripts
    • $65 Application Fee
    • TOEFL Scores (for International applicants whose primary language is not English)

     

     

2027 applications will open November 15, 2026. In the meantime, please join our mailing list or explore more about the pre-college experience.