The PMICF Experience
The Pro Musica International Choral Festival, Albany Pro Musica’s flagship educational program, is a week-long choral institute held at the Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario.
What to Expect
Work closely with Dr. Rollo Dilworth, composer and conductor in residence, and Dr. José Daniel Flores-Caraballo, Opalka Family Artistic Director of Albany Pro Musica and Festival Artistic Director
Rehearse and perform under the guidance of an internationally recognized, world-class faculty of conductors, composers, and educators, and other vocal artists
Sing alongside acclaimed professional ensembles, including Albany Pro Musica’s Chamber Singers and the Canadian Chamber Choir
Strengthen their musicianship and vocal technique through intensive rehearsals, sectionals, clinics, and performance experiences
Explore a diverse range of choral repertoire, culminating in the world premiere of a newly commissioned work
Perform for their peers in the Student Choir Showcase Concert, either with their home choir or as part of the Wayfarer Chorus, for individual festival participants and led by Maestro Flores-Caraballo
Perform in the Many Voices One World Concert, sharing the stage with Albany Pro Musica in a culminating performance that reflects the full scope of the week’s work
Enjoy an immersive pre-college campus experience at Queen’s University, lodging and dining in campus facilities throughout the week
Schedule at a Glance
Monday, July 19
Registration; campus tours; opening workshop; concert by the Canadian Chamber Choir
Tuesday, July 20
Workshops with the Canadian Chamber Choir; rehearsal; panel discussion with directors and faculty
Wednesday July 21
Rehearsals; workshop with composer and conductor in residence Dr. Rollo Dilworth; leisure/cultural activity
Thursday, July 22
Workshops and classes with festival faculty; rehearsals; Student Choir Showcase Concert
Friday, July 23
Workshops and classes with festival faculty; rehearsals; Faculty and Student Showcase Cabaret
Saturday, July 24
Dress rehearsals; closing festival concert featuring the Student Festival Chorus and Albany Pro Musica; closing night reception
Sunday, July 25
Sunday is departure day
