
Till Project Summer Symposium
July 13th-18th, 2026
Online and in person at Watkins Glen, NY
Registration Deadline: June 15th
A note from our faculty:
The Till Approach is based on concrete principles that remain intact even as they are applied to different situations. Participants are actively encouraged to attend all workshops, regardless of their area of focus.
All sessions will be recorded for participants unable to attend live.
In-person participants should plan to arrive on July 12th and leave July 19th.
Schedule
Series will run daily, with the exception of Till Project Community Day (Thursday, July 16th).
Core Principles of the Till Approach
10:00-11:15 a.m. Eastern
What sets the Till Approach apart is its use of clear concepts and principles that can be felt in the body. While these fundamental principles remain the same, our knowledge of them continually deepens as we revisit them.
Please note that Core Principles will be divided into three groups that will run concurrently. Relevant videos will be sent to everyone at the conclusion of the program. A group will be suggested for each participant upon registration.
Special Topics: Information in Action!
12:00 -1:15 p.m. Eastern
These sessions will offer an opportunity to see how the principles of the Till Approach are applied in diverse contexts, from problem solo passages to orchestral excerpts to pedagogy.
More detailed information coming soon!
Mini-Series: Forearm Rotation
2:45-3:15 p.m. Eastern
This daily mini-series will focus on one of the cornerstones of the Till Approach: forearm rotation. Participants will receive thorough information on the mechanics of the movement as well as its application in conjunction with other tools to achieve speed, power, and accuracy in all musical settings.
Please note that the Rotation series will be divided into two groups that will run concurrently. A group will be suggested for each participant upon registration.
Pedagogy Certificate Orientation
3:15-4:15 p.m. Eastern
Participants enrolled in our Pedagogy Certificate Program will join for daily orientation sessions on the program and discussion of how the principles explored in the day’s sessions might arise in pedagogical situations. Contact us to learn more about the Pedagogy Certificate.
Till Project Community Day: Thursday, July 16
All participants are invited to this special day of whole-group sessions!
All times in Eastern
9:00-10:00 a.m. Panel Discussion TBA
10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Masterclass
12:30-1:30 p.m. Roundtable Discussion TBA
~Break~
2:45-4:00 p.m. Barn Concert rehearsal (for in-person participants)
Barn Concert: Friday, July 17
All in-person participants are invited to perform! Chamber music groups can be arranged, and a group piece will include all who would like to join. The concert will be followed by a potluck dinner. Stay tuned for more details!
Details and Cost
In person: $1,300
• All sessions + 4 private lessons with Till Project faculty
• Daily lunch and tea + three dinners
• Participants are responsible for their own accommodation (Sophie is happy to help!)
Online (full): $850
• All sessions + 1 private lesson (arranged by mutual agreement)
Online Basic Package: $550
• Core Principles + Rotation + Community Day + 1 private lesson (arranged by mutual agreement)