[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_sidebar area=”et_pb_widget_area_6″ show_border=”off” admin_label=”MENU” module_id=”AcademyMenu” _builder_version=”4.16″ remove_border=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_sidebar][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_post_title meta=”off” featured_image=”off” text_color=”light” text_background=”on” text_bg_color=”#222222″ admin_label=”T\u00edtulo de publicaci\u00f3n” _builder_version=”4.16″ title_font_size=”18px” title_all_caps=”off” background_color=”rgba(255,255,255,0)” parallax=”on” parallax_method=”off” parallax_effect=”on” module_bg_color=”rgba(255,255,255,0)” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_post_title][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#e02b20″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ toggle_text_color=”#e02b20″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”REGISTRATION & FINANCIAL POLICIES AND FEES” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
How do I register?<\/strong> What does the \u20ac700 fee include? Students will depart the Academy on August 24th in the morning (Wind Academy).<\/p>\n What does the \u20ac700 fee not include? If I have not chosen the extra option of chamber music, will I not be able to play in a group? What is the cancellation policy? Does the \u20ac140 deposit apply toward the fee for the course, or it\u2019s just for application?<\/strong> Who pays for bank commission charges? Is there a waiting list? [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”AGE RESTRICTION & MINORS” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Are there any age restrictions? [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”FINANCIAL AID” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n How do you evaluate who is eligible for grants and financial aid?<\/strong> Aid will be dependent upon: Do I need to send the \u20ac140 if I applied for a grant\/financial aid?<\/strong> [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”REPERTOIRE & LESSONS” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Is there a specific music or repertoire for the audition?<\/strong> When do I have to confirm my repertoire? Are the instrumental lessons private? Can I have an extra lesson with the teacher?<\/strong> [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”INSTRUMENTS” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Does AIMS provide any instruments? [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”CHAMBER ENSEMBLES” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Do I have to play in chamber music groups?<\/strong> Do I have to bring music scores and a music stand?<\/strong> If I haven’t signed up for the chamber music additionally, will I be able to do chamber music? [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”ACCOMMODATION ” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Accommodation will be provided for students in the Seminari de la Di\u00f2cesis de Solsona<\/p>\n SEMINARI DE SOLSONA What are the rooms in the Seminari like? Do we get bedding and towels provided at the Seminari? Do we have Wifi in the Seminari? Do I have to stay in the Seminari? Is there accommodation for accompanying parents? Can we rent a car in Solsona? [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”PRACTICE HOURS” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n What are the practice hours? We are working on updating our 2026 practice hours. Meanwhile, check our 2025 practice hours:<\/p>\n -Seminary: from 9:00 to 14:00 and from 16:00 to 21:00 From 09:00pm until 9:00am, you have to keep very quiet in the Seminary. We are sharing the space with other people who are not from AIMS, so we must make sure that we get along properly.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”LUNCH” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Where do students eat lunch? Can I have lunch anywhere? [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”SOLSONA” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Are there laundry facilities? How safe is Solsona? What is the weather like in Solsona? [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”WHAT TO BRING” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n \u2713 Minor authorization form if you have not sent it to us already. \u2713 You must bring your own music stand, AIMS will only provide stands for concerts and individual lessons.<\/p>\n \u2713 You have to bring your own music scores already printed.<\/p>\n What is the concert attire for the performances? [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”TRAVEL TO & FROM SOLSONA” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n How can I reach Solsona? There are two options to get to Solsona:<\/p>\n I. Taxi direct from the airport<\/p>\n If you decide to take a taxi straight to Solsona, this will cost around \u20ac150 which you will need to pay directly to the driver. If you wish, we will be glad to send a taxi from Solsona to pick you up at the airport.<\/p>\n II. Bus from Barcelona\u2019s Bus terminal Estaci\u00f3 del Nord<\/p>\n How to get from Barcelona\u2019s airport to the Bus terminal Estaci\u00f3 del Nord<\/p>\n a) Taxi a) Taxi: A taxi is the easiest and fastest way to get into Barcelona city center from the airport. It takes about 20\u201325 minutes. The price ranges from \u20ac25 to \u20ac30 (depending on traffic). Inside the Estaci\u00f3 del Nord station, buy your ticket to Solsona at the\u00a0<\/span>ALSA Alsina Graells\u00a0<\/a>ticket office.<\/p>\n b) Aerobus: There is an airport\u00a0shuttle bus Aerobus\u00a0<\/a>that goes from Barcelona Airport to Barcelona city center. You should get off the bus at the Pla\u00e7a Catalunya stop (which is where the service ends). From there, take the Metro (subway) line 1 (L1) to Arc de Triomf.<\/p>\n Get off at Arc de Triomf. Depending on the exit you take out, you will have to walk one block to the right (with the Arc de Triomf at your back) to see the bus station (Estaci\u00f3 Nord). Inside the bus station buy your ticket to Solsona at the\u00a0<\/span>ALSA Alsina Graells<\/a>\u00a0ticket office.<\/p>\n c) Bus 46: Upon arrival, follow the bus symbol and connection signs and go one floor down to the \u201cMetropolitans\u201d bus stop.<\/p>\n Take the public bus No. 46 to Pla\u00e7a Espanya. The single ticket price is \u20ac2 which you can buy on the bus. This bus leaves every 20 minutes and Pla\u00e7a Espanya is the last stop. For those of you who arrive at Terminal 2 (T2), take the No.46 bus. The No.46 bus stops in front of T2.<\/p>\n At Pla\u00e7a Espanya you have to take the Metro (subway) line 1 (L1) to Arc de Triomf. Get off at Arc de Triomf. Depending on the exit you take out, you will have to walk one block to the right (with the Arc de Triomf at your back) to see the bus station (Estaci\u00f3 Nord). Inside the bus station buy your ticket to Solsona at the\u00a0<\/span>ALSA Alsina Graells<\/a>\u00a0ticket office.<\/p>\n d) Renfe train: The airport is also served by the Rodalies commuter train. The line is R2 Nord, and it is operated by Renfe.<\/p>\n The train station is located near T2 opposite T2B and is connected to the terminal by an overhead walkway (entrance at the beginning of T2B, just before T2A, on the 1st floor). From T1 you\u2019ll need to take the free shuttle bus that connects the 2 terminals, it\u2019s a 10-minute ride.<\/p>\n For the city center, it is recommended that you get off at the Passeig de Gr\u00e0cia station. From there, head to Pla\u00e7a Catalunya to take the Metro (subway) line 1 (L1) to Arc de Triomf.<\/p>\n Get off at Arc de Triomf. Depending on the exit you take out, you will have to walk one block to the right (with the Arc de Triomf\u00a0at\u00a0your back)<\/u>\u00a0<\/span>to see the bus station (Estaci\u00f3 Nord). Inside the bus station, buy your ticket to Solsona at the\u00a0<\/span>ALSA Alsina Graells<\/a>\u00a0ticket office.<\/p>\n e) Subway: Take the L9 Sud (orange line) to Torrassa stop and from there take the Metro (subway) line 1 (L1) to Arc de Triomf.<\/p>\n Get off at Arc de Triomf. Depending on the exit you take out, you will have to walk one block to the right (with the Arc de Triomf at your back) to see the bus station (Estaci\u00f3 Nord). Inside the bus station, buy your ticket to Solsona at the\u00a0<\/span>ALSA Alsina Graells<\/a>\u00a0ticket office.<\/p>\n AIMS does not provide a shuttle service for students or their families.<\/p>\n
Students should complete the registration form and send a registration fee of \u20ac140.
A place cannot be reserved until we have received the registration fee.<\/p>\n
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<\/strong>Dinner is not included. AIMS does not offer dinner because we usually have concerts and trips planned. These are good opportunities for the students to meet and get to know each other.<\/span>
It does also not include chamber music with an assigned group and teacher (chamber music registration fee is \u20ac50 extra).<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/strong>Yes, you can have a group and work on chamber music during AIMS. But, the organization will not be responsible for creating the group, finding a rehearsal room, rehearsal planning, a teacher responsible for the group, nor will it guarantee the possibility of performing in concerts.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/strong>AIMS will refund the total amount in case of cancellation due to illness, important personal reasons or in cases of force majeure. The \u20ac140 registration fee will only be returned if your application to the Academy has not been accepted.<\/span><\/p>\n
A deposit of \u20ac140 must be made at the time of application to safe a spot. This deposit will be included in the total fee of \u20ac700.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>In some cases, banks will charge transmission fees to our account. AIMS will not pay any bank charges. Any bank commission charges or transaction amount are the responsibility of the sender.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Yes, you may be added to a waiting list if a class you apply for is already full. At times, we have cancellations. Students who are on waiting lists will be notified if a place becomes available.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>AIMS welcomes people of all ages. Parents or legal guardians will have to send a consent authorization and medical certificates.<\/span><\/p>\n
AIMS 2026 offers support through the AIMS Foundation and Friends of AIMS US (total or partial scholarships).<\/p>\n
\u2013\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Available resources from the Foundation
\u2013\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Teacher\u2019s video evaluation results
\u2013\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Objective financial needs of each applicant, such as family\u2019s economic situation, travel expenses, etc.<\/p>\n
Those of you who applied for grant\/financial aid don\u2019t need to send \u20ac140 fee.<\/p>\n
No. Students are free to choose their own repertoires.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Before July 15th 2026. This will give our pianists accompanists time to prepare your repertoires.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>At AIMS all instrumental lessons are on an individual \u201cone to one\u201d basis. In addition, any AIMS student is free to attend any teachers\u2019 lesson as a listener.<\/p>\n
Yes. The cost for an extra class will be \u20ac65. You must pay the amount together with the second payment you make.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>AIMS does not provide any insurance coverage for instruments and will not be held responsible in the event of damage or theft. You need to check with your parents\u2019 or homeowner\u2019s insurance to make sure your instrument is fully covered.<\/p>\n
Chamber music groups will be formed for those students who have requested it at the time of registration. Groups (and assigned teacher) will be notified by email during July.<\/span><\/p>\n
Students must bring their printed scores (and piano parts) and their own music stand to study in the practice rooms. AIMS will not be responsible for providing music stands to students for practicing.<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/strong>Yes, but the organization will not be responsible for finding other students to be in a group with, nor for finding a teacher or room to study. Still, you can bring any chamber music you\u2019d like to share!<\/span><\/p>\n
C\/ Pujada del Seminari, 15-16
252380 Solsona
SPAIN<\/p>\n
<\/strong>The rooms at the Seminari are doble rooms, basic and functional.
There are two single beds and a bathroom in each room.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Yes<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Yes<\/p>\n
<\/strong>It is not mandatory, but we would prefer that you do so in order to be with the rest of the students.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Yes. Parents can either stay at the:<\/p>\n\n
\u00a0http:\/\/www.hotelsantroc.com<\/a><\/li>\n
http:\/\/www.hotelsolsonacentre.com.es\/<\/a><\/li>\n
http:\/\/www.lafreixera.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n
http:\/\/hotelgransolsolsona.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n
https:\/\/www.torreviladot.com\/es\/index.html<\/a><\/li>\n\n
<\/strong>Yes, there is only one place in Solsona to rent a car (Citroen garage). Please contact AIMS if you require assistance in making a reservation.<\/p>\n
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-Music school and Amisol Centre: from 8:30 to 14:00 and from 15:00 to 21:00<\/p>\n
<\/strong>All students and teachers eat lunch at a restaurant in the center of Solsona.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Lunch is a good opportunity to meet with students from around the world and for the AIMS organizers to discuss daily activities, timetables, logistics, etc. However, students are free to take lunch elsewhere at their own expense if they wish.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>There are some launderettes in Solsona.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Solsona is a small town and very safe. All activities and locations can be easily reached on foot.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>The temperature in Solsona tends to be high in August, reaching 25 to 30 degrees Celsius. Bring your summer clothes but also some warmer clothing because temperatures may go down in the evenings or after storms. If you like to swim: bring your swimsuit!<\/p>\n
\u2713 Medical insurance card. AIMS has liability insurance which covers all participants; however, all students must have medical insurance to cover any illness or accident.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>\u2014 Black trousers\/dress\/skirt and blouse
\u2014 Black trousers, shirt, and shoes\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
<\/strong>Solsona is accessed by road. \u00a0It is only one and a half hours away from Barcelona by car, and a little over two hours by bus. It is just over 100 km from Barcelona.<\/p>\n
b) Aerobus + Subway
c) Bus 46 + Subway
d) Renfe train + Subway
e) Subway L9<\/p>\n