Perform Sing in Venice and on Lake Garda Take the stage at two fully advertised concerts, sharing your music with audiences in Venice and the Lake Garda area.
Learn Master classes with world-class artists Work with Amanda Gundling and guest clinician Jimmy Chiang, a conductor with the Vienna Boys Choir, including a master class inside a historic Venice church.
Rehearse Daily rehearsals by the lake Make music every day in dedicated rehearsal space at the 4-star West Garda Hotel, your home for the week.
Explore Lake Garda by boat and beyond See the lake's villages and mountains from the water, plus three curated excursions into the culture and flavors of northern Italy.
Grow Earn graduate credit Educators can earn three optional graduate continuing-education credits while they travel.
Belong Travel as a family Pre-trip virtual gatherings, shared meals and a farm-to-table farewell turn fellow travelers into friends before you even arrive.
Amanda Gundling Founder and CEO, Miramia Collective A passionate educator since 2008, Amanda serves as the CEO of Miramia Collective. In addition to this role, she is the current Director of Choirs at Scarsdale High School, where she leads the Treble Choir, Chamber Choir, and Concert Choir and teaches AP Music Theory. Amanda is an active presence in the Westchester and Hudson Valley choral communities as a guest conductor, clinician, consultant, and workshop leader. To round out her passion for music and community, Amanda is the Founder and Executive and Artistic Director of the Westchester Children’s Chorus, which she launched in 2015 to create high-quality choral opportunities for young artists across Westchester County, guiding school-aged treble singers in artistry, vocal technique, and community-building through music. Having conducted multiple All County ensembles, she has additionally served as the Westchester County Area All-State Choral Chairperson, and presented most recently at the 2025 NYSSMA All-State Conference. A lifelong learner, Amanda continues to study voice and conducting, drawing inspiration from her work with leading pedagogues and choral organizations. Amanda holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music (Vocal Performance) from Syracuse University and a Master’s degree in Music Education.
Hannah Geiling Associate Director of Artistic & Community Engagement Hannah Geiling is thrilled to be joining the Miramia Collective team! As a tenured educator and celebrated choral conductor, Hannah’s consistent mission is to guide individual musical development and cultivate a lifelong love of music. In addition to her role at Miramia Collective, Hannah serves as the director of High School and Middle School Choruses at Bronxville School in Bronxville, NY. There, she is the conductor of the High School Treble Chorale, High School Tenor Bass Ensemble, and Middle School Treble Ensemble. In addition to choir instruction, Hannah also teaches the AP Music Theory course and champions Bronxville’s musical theater program. With a passion for nonprofits, Hannah currently serves as the conductor for the Crescendo Ensemble on the Westchester Children’s Chorus team. Through this work, she has had the pleasure of touring internationally with choirs and working with world-renowned musicians. Hannah holds a Bachelor’s in Music Education and Vocal Performance from the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam and a Master’s in Special Education from Concordia College. Hannah holds her Kodály levels training from Kodály Levels Training of Seattle with an emphasis on choral pedagogy and repertoire. No stranger to musical leadership roles, Hannah has chaired All County Choruses in Westchester and Dutchess and is delighted to get to conduct the Rockland County All County Chorus.
Good to know Frequently asked questions How do I join?+ Start by applying at Miramia Collective. There is no audition, and applying is not a commitment. A Miramia advisor will follow up to talk through the residency, and once you’re ready, you’ll reserve your spot with Encore Tours using the Register Now button on this page. What does it cost?+ The residency is $4,300 per person, not including airfare. That covers your hotel, transportation during the week, daily breakfast and select dinners, three curated excursions, rehearsals, master classes, performances and pre-trip virtual gatherings. Who is the residency for?+ Musicians and the families who travel with them. Miramia brings people together through music, culture and travel, so everyone is welcome. Not sure it’s the right fit? Apply and a Miramia advisor will help you decide. Can I earn continuing-education credit?+ Yes. Three optional graduate continuing-education credits are available. How does Encore Tours fit in?+ Miramia Collective has partnered with Encore Tours to handle the travel: hotel, private coach, a professional tour manager, rehearsal space and concert arrangements, so you can focus on the music. Where can I learn more?+ Visit miramiacollective.com to learn more about Miramia, or see the trip’s TripSite for travel details. Questions? Talk with our team Have a question about the residency, travel or what to expect? Send us a note and we’ll get back to you. No audition required Space is intentionally limited Apply by November 30, 2026 Send us a question