Richmond Choral Institute 2025
Why GreenSpring Choral Institute?
GreenSpring’s very own Virginia Choristers are proud to host a Summer Vocal Institute. Come hone your technique and build your repertoire with world-class vocal trainers who have led our chorus in tours around the globe. No matter where you start, if you love to sing we will help you own the stage and fill up the concert hall.
2025 DATES AND INFO
Richmond Choral Institute
July 14th - 18th, 2025
Richmond, Virginia
Ages 8-18
All levels and voice types
Two Tracks:
Beginner-Intermediate (Ages 8-12)
Advanced (12-18)
The Ultimate Summer Music Experience!
Singers will spend one week at our venue in Richmond, Virginia during the most beautiful days of summer, enjoying the following training benefits:
Lessons: Four private lessons with renowned vocal faculty
Coachings: Guidance in both Song and Choral literature from experienced professionals
Choir: Participate in a choir and perform beautiful repertoire at the final concert
Technique: Individual training aimed to keep the body free of practice-related injury
Theory: Music theory classes to inspire an understanding of what makes standard rep special
History: Music history classes to further instill a fully-contextualized familiarity with the music
And so much more!
Mary Langston
A trained ballet dancer turned opera singer, Mary Langston has been gracing the stage most of her life. She received a BFA in Musical Theatre from the Shenandoah Conservatory of Music, which provided her with lovely opportunities including recording in Japan and touring France. After graduating, she spent time in Charleston, SC dancing with the Robert Ivey Ballet and auditing classes at College of Charleston. In 2009 Mary moved to NYC where she spent 12 years working with numerous opera and theatre companies. Among her many experiences, Mary had a show for two years on the Upper East Side at an Italian restaurant on Saturday evenings. She was chosen as an ambassador of music for NYC’s “Music Underground'' program after winning a fierce competition in Grand Central station. Ms.Langston made her Carnegie Hall debut in 2017 with New York Lyric Opera, singing “Sull’aria” from Mozart’s “Le Nozze di Figaro.” Forced to leave NYC during the pandemic in 2020, Mary is now residing in Richmond, where she teaches private voice and works as a freelancer with Estee Lauder Companies. She sings with the choir at River Road Church, Baptist and also serves as Carol Choir director. She is thrilled to be joining the faculty part-time at GreenSpring International Academy of Music!
Location
The Summer Choral Institute is located in historic Richmond, Virginia. Spend your summer exploring the historic downtown, creating beautiful music, and making new friends!
Daily Schedule
Monday-Friday:
Half Day: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST
Full Day: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm EST
Students may choose to stay and rehearse from 4:00-5:00 pm
Tuition & Application
Full Day - $1,050
Half Day - $525
Room & Board (optional) - $450
Scholarships considered upon request.
An advance deposit of $200 will be collected upon registration in order to reserve your place.
Application Fee $25
Still accepting applications! Apply today to reserve your spot! Limited space remaining.
Audition requirements:
For the intermediate track, singers are asked to submit a playing sample of one piece best demonstrates their current level and ability.
Singers applying for the advanced track should provide a YouTube, Google Drive, or other accessible link showcasing the following two requirements:
One fast, technical étude or song from performance repertoire
One slow, lyrical étude or song from performance repertoire
There is no expected time limit for an audition - only that the two pieces show a broad range of musical experience.
The Richmond Choral Institute is open to singers ages 8-18 of any level and voice type. Advanced musicians looking for an intense summer program are encouraged to consider our two-week Richmond Conservatory Preparatory Institute.
We hope to see you this summer!
What Students Are Saying
“A motivating, inspirational and life-changing experience [and] a musician’s dream come true.”
