Patrick (Canada), Maestro Gambetta, Jessica (USA), Larry (USA) and Thomas (USA)
enjoy a day off in the countryside
2008 Institute

Location
 
Located in the heart of Romania (now part of the EU), the city of Bacau is the county seat for Bacau County. Situated in the eastern part of Romania, it is approximately 4 hours from Bucharest by train or car. The geography of the county is varied and picturesque with the Eastern Carpathians and hilly regions washed by the Bistrita, Trotus, Siret, Tazlau, Casin and Slanic Rivers. Full of wonderful valleys and rich flora, it is an important tourist destination because of its varied natural landscapes, historic monuments, art and significant historic architecture, especially houses.
 
The city is friendly, modern and inexpensive. Good restaurants, modern groceries, coffee shops and Internet cafes are all within a five-minute walk from the rehearsal hall and Institute hotel. For those who can't survive without fast food, a MacDonald's is slightly farther, about 10-15 minutes on foot.
 
Travel to Bacau is cheapest by flying directly to Bucharest and then by bus to Bacau. The Institute administrative staff reserves a private bus for Academy conductors.
 
 
Information on Romania
 
Link to Romanian Photo Gallery

"The hospitality of the orchestra management was impressive and endearing."
- 2008 Institute critique

"Excellent organization for every aspect, unbelievable hospitality, congratulations!"
- 2007 Institute critique

"I found the organization prior to arriving at the Institute excellent. There were lots of 'perks' that no other workshop has."
- 2007 Institute critique

Folk Festival Dancers
2007 Institute day off