Piano & Music Adventure Summer Program
Borland Menske Center, Concordia University Irvine July 13β24, 2026 | 9:00 am β 12:30 pm daily
Experience focused Piano & Music Adventure is a two-week summer program designed to give students of all levels a joyful introduction to the world of music. Through daily piano lessons, group music classes, and a celebratory end-of-week performance, students will experience music fundamentals in a fun, encouraging environment β and leave feeling motivated and excited to keep playing.
π Program Details
Location: Borland Menske Center, Concordia University Irvine
Week 1: July 13β17, 2026
Week 2: July 20β24, 2026
Daily Hours: 9:00 am β 12:30 pm
Audition: None β open to all levels
Drop-off: Yes β parents welcome to observe on select days
πΉ What Your Child Will Experience
Each morning follows a consistent, energizing rhythm. Students begin together in Morning Quest β a daily group class covering note reading, rhythm, ear training, and music theory, designed to make fundamentals genuinely fun for all levels. After a short snack break at Base Camp, students rotate through private or semi-private piano lessons twice a week, with supervised Expedition Time (guided practice) filling the rest of the morning.
Every Friday afternoon ends with a performance β a Mini Concert in Week 1 and the Grand Finale Concert in Week 2 β where every single student takes the stage.
Daily Schedule:
9:00β10:00 am β Morning Quest (music fundamentals for all levels)
10:00β10:20 am β Base Camp (snack & social time)
10:20β12:30 pm β Piano Lessons + Expedition Time (guided practice)
Friday afternoon β Mini Concert (Week 1) / Grand Finale Concert (Week 2)
π΅ Performances
Mini Concert β Friday, July 17 (Afternoon) A warm, celebratory performance at the end of Week 1. Every student performs for family and friends. Short, fun, and unforgettable.
Grand Finale Concert β Friday, July 24 (Afternoon) The big celebration! Every student takes the stage for a full showcase performance. Two weeks of growth on display for everyone to see and applaud.
π Program Levels β Everyone Welcome!
Beginner ( no experience) β Meet the keyboard, play your first notes, and take your very first steps into the world of music.
Late Beginner ( ~6 months) β Build confidence reading music in both hands and start bringing simple pieces to life.
Early Intermediate ( 1β2 years) β Deepen your reading skills, explore scales and intervals, and begin playing with real expression.
Intermediate ( 2β4 years) β Tackle more challenging repertoire, develop your own musical voice.
Advanced ( 4+ years) β Refine your technique and prepare a polished performance for the Grand Finale Concert.
Not sure which level? Just register β we will place your child in the right group on Day 1!
π©βπ« Faculty
Our faculty are experienced, academically trained musicians dedicated to teaching students at every level.
Dr. Hyunjoo Choi β Program Director & Lead Instructor Director of the Keyboard Department at Concordia University Irvine. A passionate musician and educator who believes every child has music inside them.
Dr. Bong-A Jung β Guest Instructor Holds dual Master of Music degrees from Temple University and a Doctor of Musical Arts from Michigan State University. Carnegie Hall solo debut in 2020, with over 20 years of teaching experience. Former faculty at the Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA).
Dr. Han Byul Jang β Guest Instructor Holds a Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Earned a Bachelor of Music from the Royal Northern College of Music (UK) and a Master of Music from the University of Michigan. Brings 15 years of teaching experience, including group piano at the University of Illinois and the University Piano Laboratory Program.
π° Registration Options
Option | Dates | Regular (by June 15) | Early Bird (by May 31) |
|---|
Week 1 only | July 13β17 | $550 | $499 |
Week 2 only | July 20β24 | $550 | $499 |
Both weeks | July 13β24 | $1,100 | $998 |
π Early Bird pricing ends May 31, 2026. β‘
β Frequently Asked Questions
Does my child need prior piano experience? Absolutely not. Complete beginners through advanced players are all welcome. No audition required.
What age group is this for? Open to all ages starting from 5. Students are grouped by level, not age.
What will my child walk away with? Your child will receive a recording of the concerts to keep as a lasting memory, build motivation and excitement for music and piano playing, and gain foundational knowledge of music fundamentals that will support their musical journey for years to come.
What if my child misses a day? Please contact us in advance and we will do our best to accommodate.
What is my child's level? Not sure? Just register and we will place your child in the right group on Day 1. No pre-assessment needed. Our 5 levels range from complete Beginner to Advanced.
What should my child bring? All materials are provided! Students only need to bring their own snack. Comfortable clothing is recommended.
How do I register? Simply select your preferred week(s) above and complete the registration form. Early Bird pricing of $499/week is available through May 31, 2026. Regular price is $550/week.
Questions? We would love to hear from you β contact us anytime! hyunjoo.choi@cui.edu
