(Matt Drzik/Beaver County Radio)

Classical music, jazz, showtunes…and even sea shanties.

The musical arts will once again take the stage as the Rochester Area School District & Beaver Valley Choral Society will be presenting the 4th Annual Summer Choral & Instrumental Academy taking place at the Rochester High School from June 13 through June 18 of 2022. The Summer Academy is for high school students in the tri-state area from incoming Grade 8 to just recently graduating Grade 12 looking to improve their music skills for future collegiate aspirations, employment opportunities, skill enhancement, and just plain fun.

Sharon Burchill (principal conductor & artistic director of the BVCS) and Dr. Jane Bovalino (Rochester superintendent) joined Matt Drzik on the February 9 edition of A.M. Beaver County to discuss the Summer Academy, as registration for the event is open now. The event is being presented with assistance from the Pittsburgh Opera Education group, who will be presenting classes providing behind-the-scenes looks into the production of an on-stage musical/opera. Other classes include ukulele classes, music production, careers in music, and mock auditions for students planning to undergo a music major or minor in college.

The grand finale of the 2022 Summer Academy will be a concert held Saturday, June 18 at Rochester High School showcasing all of the knowledge and work that the students have accumulated during the week in their selected studies. There will also be a performance by the Adult Civic Band, who will have their own sessions throughout the week to rejuvenate their musical chops.

All details for the Summer Choral & Instrumental Academy can be seen by clicking here, and the full preview on A.M. Beaver County can be seen by clicking on the Facebook feed below!