<p>mamenyu, you’re probably right. Been a few years since I looked at Aspen’s details, and my addled brain recalled Aspen as being tiered, but maybe I’m recalling some of son’s peers that were there as fellows at the festival.</p>
<p>As far as nomenclature, many neophytes may use the term “camp” when they actually mean an immersion/training program. And then there are the festivals, like Hot Springs, Sarasota, Garth Newel. Unless one has a thorough understanding of the range of options, it can be confusing for someone dipping their toes in the water for the first time.</p>
<p>And for those interested in “freebies”, here’s the list <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/music-major/478123-free-summer-orchestra-programs.html?highlight=free[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/music-major/478123-free-summer-orchestra-programs.html?highlight=free</a>, but these are extremely competitive and tis always smart to have a few back up options.</p>