UC Berkeley, 12–16 June 2026
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The Summer Institute for Renaissance Polyphony is a five-day course on the beautiful UC Berkeley campus, hosted by members of Cut Circle and by faculty from Berkeley, Princeton, and Stanford.
Colloquially known as Josquamp, the institute focuses on the great composer Josquin des Prez (ca. 1450–1521), whose music can be held up against the artistic achievements of Leonardo da Vinci and Rafael. Participants will encounter some of the most artistically rewarding music in the vocal canon. This year we will sing music by Josquin, Johannes Okegehm, and Loyset Compere.
Open to both individuals (18+) and existing ensembles wanting to improve their sound, the course features immersive, small-group singing and tailored coaching sessions. Participants will experience the thrill of performing vocal polyphony alongside world-class interpreters of early music. Experts will lead workshops that bring to life the world in which this music was made.
The program welcomes both strong sight-readers and singers willing to learn the repertoire in advance. The application consists of a simple form, with space to upload a sample of your singing. Rolling admissions.
