Classical Tahoe is launching a music institute this summer for all ages and abilities. It’s an opportunity to actively engage with music and musicians.

The music institute is lead by Truckee native Lindsay McIntosh (neé Hollingshead). McIntosh has a personal connection to the community as one of the only graduates of Truckee High to attend the Juilliard School on full scholarship. McIntosh is a historical oboist by trade and the deputy director of Classical Tahoe.

Venues and times for music institute events vary. Go online for more info.

The festival is July 8-Aug. 12.

Among the list of new opportunities is the inaugural Jazz Master Class, where renowned jazz musician Chris Brubeck will work with participants from Tahoe area high school jazz bands, teaching the art of jazz performance. The Classical Tahoe season concludes with a concert on Aug. 12 featuring the four jazz masters of the Brubeck Brothers Quartet.

Concerts begin at 7pm at the Classical Tahoe Pavilion at Sierra Nevada College in Incline Village. Concert ticket prices are $25, $55, $85 and $120. Chamber music concerts are $30. Student tickets half off.