VanderCook College of Music
Strings Summer Workshop
July 11 - 14, 2025
2025 Strings Workshop: Overview
Join us on the campus of VanderCook College of Music in Chicago for an exciting Summer Strings Workshop featuring two distinguished string educators, Dr. Laurie Scott and Dana Green! Dr. Scott, Associate Professor of Music at The University of Texas at Austin and Director of the UT String Project, brings her extensive experience in string pedagogy, inclusive education, and mentorship to this hands-on workshop. Dana Green, accomplished violinist, conductor, and Director of Orchestras at Vernon Hills High School, will share his expertise in building award-winning string programs and inspiring young musicians. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to enhance your knowledge of string setup, conducting, rehearsal techniques, and classroom management. Don’t miss the chance to learn from two leaders in the field and take your teaching to the next level!
Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Evening activities will include concerts and events in Chicago. Participants will earn two graduate credits or professional development hours.
COST
$275 (no credit; 30 PD hours available)
$750 (2 graduate credits)
Housing
On-campus housing will be available. A standard double room includes two twin beds, desks, chairs, built-in closets, shared bathroom, kitchen and spacious lounges throughout the hall. Linen packages are available free of charge. Linen packages include a blanket, pillow, two sheets, pillowcase and towels. Single-occupancy also available.
String Workshop Highlights from 2024
Chicago is our campus!
Just minutes from downtown Chicago’s world-renowned music culture, VanderCook College of Music is located on the northwest corner of the campus of the highly ranked Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT). VanderCook students have full access to the entire IIT campus but still benefit from the small college atmosphere.