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become the most Inspiring Music Teachers

VanderCook College of Music

Summer Strings Workshop

July 9 – 12, 2026

10AM – 5:30PM Daily
Join us next summer:  July 8 – 11, 2027!

2026 Summer Strings Workshop

Join us on the campus of VanderCook College of Music in Chicago for an exciting Summer Strings Workshop featuring three distinguished string educators, Dana Green, Dr. Yvonne Davila-Cortes, and Doug Bistrow! 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. Acclaimed bassist Doug Bistrow—an Eastman School of Music graduate and member of the Chicago Philharmonic—will guide a dynamic and inspiring string session. This workshop is designed for string players who are looking for a unique opportunity to enhance your knowledge of string setup, conducting, rehearsal techniques, and classroom management. Don’t miss the chance to learn from leaders in the field and take your teaching to the next level!

Breakfast and lunch will be provided. This workshop is not designed for ‘non-string’ players. Evening activities will include concerts and events in Chicago. Participants will earn two graduate credits or professional development hours.

COST
$295 (no credit; 30 PD hours available)
$796 (2 graduate credits)

Housing

On-campus housing is available. 

Highlights from 2026

Thank you to our Sponsors

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)

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