To add breadth to the orchestral experience, students will participate in a variety of classes and workshops.

The BYCO will be a full 60-person Chinese orchestra. Students will have daily orchestra rehearsals in preparation for two major public performances at Bard College and Harvard University. 巴德青少年中乐团是一支60人编制的正式中乐团。学员将在巴德和哈佛大学的两场大型演出。
Students will have regular sectional rehearsals and at least two private lessons with our distinguished faculty from the Central Conservatory of Music, Beijing. 演奏员每天与来自中央音乐学院的著名教授指导声部排练，个别课和乐队排练。
Students will receive an hour of English language instruction daily. English classes will be offered at both beginning and intermediate levels. 演奏员也有每天一小时的英文课（初级／中级）学习
Students will participate in chamber music ensembles. 学生将会积极参加研习室内乐的演奏
During the evenings there will be additional workshops, classes, and talks about daily life and education in America. 晚上将安排教育讲座和各类音乐活动
Each student will receive an official Certificate of Completion for their participation in the Summer Academy. 每个学员将获得结业荣誉证书