Music Academy of the West

What Music Academy of the West makes

Topics classical, music education, performance, opera, youth programs

Located in Santa Barbara, the Music Academy of the West has provided classically trained musicians and diverse audiences with transformative educational and performance experiences since 1947. As part of its annual Summer Music Festival & School, the Academy presents the Fellowship Institute, which trains up to 150 fellows ages 18–34, alongside the High School Intensive, a two-week program for 80 gifted musicians ages 14–18. The Music Festival showcases more than 100 performances and events, including masterclasses and a fully staged opera. Year-round Music Academy programs include Sing!, a free, after-school youth choral program and the Mariposa Concert Series, featuring Academy-affiliated artists and alums. In 2028, the Academy will open its Music Education Center in downtown Santa Barbara, expanding access to music education, rehearsal, and performance opportunities for the community.

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