Music Gap Year Programs in Italy

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World Class Programs offers high school students the opportunity to study abroad in Florence, Italy. Our summer program is designed for teens from all academic backgrounds who are excited about immersing themselves in Italian culture and lifestyle. This pre-college program offers various course study options, including Art History, Fine Arts, Philosophy, Photography, Architecture, Italian language, and Tuscan Cuisine. Students can choose a major course for daily focus (Monday to Friday) in the mornings for three hours. Then, they attend elective classes, each lasting two hours, three times a week in the afternoons. On weekends, they go on day trips around Italy to explore cultural differences from city to city. Locations vary yearly; previous participants have visited Cinque Terre, Siena, Pisa, and Venice!

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AHA’s summer courses are for keen travelers, curious students, and lifelong learners eager to explore Italy and Europe. This program is perfect for those in their final years of studies or taking a gap year. We run three consecutive summer courses, allowing students to tailor their experience to two to seven weeks. The European Summer Course immerses you in the creative energy of London, the elegance of Paris, and the sun-drenched charm of Nice. This course discovers the art that shaped the modern world. Dates: 16th of June - 7th of July 2025 The Northern Course dives deep into the heart of Rome, Florence, and Venice. It unveils the treasures of classical art, the Renaissance, and contemporary masterpieces. Each city offers a unique experience that ignites your creativity. Dates: 7th - 21st of July OR 21st of July - 4th of August 2025 The Southern Course whisks you away to the sun and sea of Sicily and Naples, where Greek temples blend seamlessly alongside breathtaking Baroque architecture, creating a captivating adventure. Dates: 7th - 21st of July 2025 Choose one, two, or combine all three courses for an ultimate seven-week gap year experience in Europe!