Harpsichord

HARPSICHORD

This intensive two-week program is geared towards advanced level harpsichordists and pianists (minimum age of 18).

It offers keyboard players the opportunity to improve their harpsichord skills and for pianists to learn the basics of historically inspired interpretation and the practice of the basso continuo with hands-on experience at the harpsichord. The participants will also be collaborating with the voice program to work on French vocal repertoire under the supervision of Benoit Dratwicki. In addition, a public concert will be held near the end of the program showcasing the participants and their work during the program. Finally, one or more selected musicians will also have the opportunity to join the chamber orchestra and participate in the concert on Sunday, August 16, under the direction of Louis-Noël Bestion de Camboulas.

GUEST ARTISTS

• Masterclasses
  Maude Gratton
  
  
• Individual lessons and group classes:
  Mélisande McNabney
  
  
• Workshops specifically dedicated to learning basso continuo, ornamentation, and improvisation by Mélisande McNabney.
  
  
• Workshops dedicated to French baroque interpretation by Benoit Dratwicki.

APPLYING FOR ADMISSION

Complete all steps of the online application form, pay the registration fee (CAN $95), and provide the audition materiel by February 5, 2026.

All applications are automatically eligible for the scholarship program. For all details concerning scholarships and financial aid: click here.

AUDITION MATERIAL* (on piano, harpsichord and/or piano-forte)

• Two (2) contrasting movements from a J.S. Bach Suite (English Suites, French Suites or Partitas) OR a Prelude and Fugue.
  
  
• Two contrasting movements from a harpsichord suite by a French Baroque composer OR a first movement from a classical sonata
  
  
• Current biography, résumé (CV) and profile picture
  
  

*Please upload two (2) separate videos for the two (2) individual works; public or unlisted YouTube, Vimeo or DropBox links or any other link directly accessible without a password and clearly labeled.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If you would like more information about the academy or the registration process, please consult the FAQ page or the student services manager: Félix Gauthier.

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE

• Arrival: Monday, August 10, 2026, between 2p.m. and 6p.m. (classes begin on Tuesday, August 11, 2026)
  
  
• Departure: Sunday, August 23, 2026, 9a.m.

All transportation is the student’s responsibility.

For more the details, visit the regularly updated Transport page.

RATES (INCLUDING ROOM, BOARD AND TUITION)

PROGRAM FROM August 10 TO August 23, 2026

CAN $2,688

PAYMENT INFORMATION

First installment
To confirm and reserve your place a non-refundable first deposit, covering the tuition fees of your session is required within seven (7) days following your acceptance letter and invoice.

Second installment
The second payment is due no later than May 1, 2026.

CANCELLATION / REFUND

Le Domaine Forget de Charlevoix reserves the right to cancel any program if circumstances demand it. All fees already paid will then be reimbursed. Registration fees are non-refundable. Registration fees are non-refundable.

Cancellation policy:

1^st installment (50% of session fees) payable within 7 days of receipt of your invoice. N.B.: This first payment is used to confirm and reserve your place in the program and is non-refundable.

2^nd installment (remaining balance): 50% refund of the amount paid if cancellation at least 30 days before the start of the program.

No refund will be issued if one cancels their participation 30 days or less before the start of the program for any reason other than medical (doctor's note required).

No refund issued passed May 2, 2026.

THE PROGRAM ALSO INCLUDES

• Participation in Academy student concerts or "Domaine on the Road" series 
  
  
• Video Recording of the student concerts in the concert hall
  
  
• Free access to Domaine Forget International Festival concerts during the program (Restrictions may apply for certain concerts)
  
  
• Official attestation of participation to the program
  
  
• Access to all Academy classes and activities during the program
  
  
• Student activities such as bonfire, sports activities, tourist outings, movies, yoga etc.
  
  
• Individual practice huts and spaces situated on the enchanting site in the middle of nature
  
  
• Three meals a day in the Joseph-Rouleau pavilion
  
  
• Double or quadruple occupancy lodging