Celebrate our 30th anniversary by joining the 2011 Lutheran Summer Music program. We bring together 150+ young people from throughout the U.S. and abroad for four weeks of rigorous musical study and performance in a supportive community. We welcome qualified band, orchestra, choir, piano, and pipe organ students completing grades 8–12 from all faith backgrounds to join us.
Watch the introductory video to see what LSM is all about.
LSM 2011 at a Glance
WHO: 150+ band, orchestra, choir, piano and organ students completing grades 8-12 from the U.S. and abroad;
36 faculty artists from the best college music departments and professional ensembles;
a team of dedicated counselors and staff.
WHAT: A four-week residential training and performance program rooted in a supportive, intentional community that is committed to your personal and musical success.
WHERE: Luther College is located three hours southeast of the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in beautiful Decorah, Iowa.
WHEN: June 26 to July 24, 2011
WHY: If you're a young musician who loves music and is looking for focused but fun way to spend your summer, LSM is for you. You'll make some of the best friends of your life while improving your music skills, exploring your faith, and learning about the rich musical heritage of the Lutheran church.
"LSM has given me what I have always wanted: more friends, more respect and enjoyment. It’s the only place where I could show my true self and faith. I am so proud of being at LSM."*
"Once I open myself up through music, I open myself up to new people and experiences."*
"Before LSM, I didn’t realize how much music and God intertwine in my life. It has been a fantastic realization for my life. I thank God for my gifts."*
"Awesome! I’ve never had better friends. It’s amazing how quickly tight relationships form in four short weeks."*
"At LSM I discovered the person that I want to be."*
"I adore every faculty member and their excitement in helping us grow as musicians. I leave every choir rehearsal more energized than I was before."*
"I honestly never felt so welcomed in a place/community like this before. I made friends that I know I will never forget. Everything seemed too perfect. This experience has been great and I’d love to do it all over again."*
"I learned that I want to be a church musician when I grow up. The church needs musicians to make worship meaningful, and I would like to make a spiritual difference in someone’s life."*
"LSM has helped me see my life with music at the core, and now I wouldn’t have it any other way."*
"I learned how fast I can grow better as a musician surrounded by an environment of other serious kids. The band at my school would have taken years to do what we did in a month."*
*Unedited outtakes from our 2010 Student Surveys
At LSM...
We link music and worship so you can connect your passion for music with your personal faith.
We strive for excellence and will help you do the same.
We are a supportive home for young musicians — we value camaraderie over competition.
We ARE affordable — most students qualify for and receive financial assistance.
We offer balance — we’re serious about music but we know how to have fun.
