June 12 – July 12, 2026

We strive to provide the most unique collegiate chamber music experience in the country, featuring a focus on wind quintet repertoire, 2:1 student-faculty ratio, and opportunities to develop musical leadership skills.

Located in one of North America’s most spectacular settings, the Bay View Wind Seminar provides unparalleled opportunities to learn, perform, and collaborate while soaking in the sandy beaches and historical beauty of Northern Michigan. This unique wind quintet training experience pairs abundant chamber music performances with intensive individual study. Students receive coachings and mentorship from each member of the Bay View Wind Quintet.

Bay View Music Festival, the oldest music festival in the United States, is part of a Chautauqua community and features a variety of professional and student performances throughout the summer.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: 3 recent recordings of contrasting works (single movements and excerpts are acceptable), Resume

EARLY APPLICATION DISCOUNT: Apply by Jan. 15, receive instant $100 discount off tuition if accepted (additional scholarship & work-study are available too)

DEADLINE TO APPLY: February 15 at 5pm

EARLY ACCEPTANCE DISCOUNT: If accepted, your tuition is discounted another $250 if deposited within one week of an offer to attend.

No application fees!

The Bay View environment mirrors life as a professional freelance musician, offering a balance of coaching, rehearsal, practice, and free time. As an example, a typical day might look like this:

• Individual practice
• Quintet rehearsal
• Attend career development seminar
• Lunch
• Private lesson
• Quintet coaching with faculty
• Break – go to the beach
• Dinner
• Observe Bay View Wind Quintet faculty rehearsal
• Musical Pit Orchestra Rehearsal – Evening
• Free time