Early Registration Begins December 15!
August 2 - 8, 2026

ABOUT
Founded in 2025 by three of Pittsburgh’s leading string pedagogues, Opus Overnight is a summer chamber music camp where young violinists, violists, and cellists thrive both on and off their instruments. Nestled in the beautiful, safe setting of Crestfield Conference Center, students benefit from an environment that balances focused musical training with outdoor adventure.Each day is structured to build responsibility, connection, and resilience through chamber music, private lessons, and guided practice. The screen-free days are balanced with activities like archery,swimming, ropes courses, ziplines, and river exploration. This “work hard, play hard” philosophy encourages campers to stretch their musical abilities while fostering teamwork, confidence, and lasting friendships.Led by Kathleen Melucci, Katie Wickesberg, and Lydia Miller Choorapuzha, Opus Overnight provides a supportive and inspiring atmosphere where students can grow into well-rounded musicians—and well-rounded people.
Location
Crestfield Conference Center in Slippery Rock, PA.

Lydia Miller Choorapuzha is a versatile violinist with a vibrant performance career, having appeared with esteemed ensembles such as the Pittsburgh Symphony and Minnesota Orchestra, as well as artists including Michael Bublé and Bruce Springsteen. A highly regarded chamber musician, she is a member of Trio Sine Nomine, a string trio based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Lydia is a certified Suzuki Violin Teacher and is a member of the prestigious College of Examiners at the Royal Conservatory of Music. Her students have earned National Gold Medal Awards from the RCM, gone on to study at elite conservatories, and secured positions in major U.S. orchestras. In addition to her musical accomplishments, she brings deep business insight to the music education field, coaching studio teachers on achieving financial sustainability. She has shared her expertise at ASTA conferences and in the American String Teacher journal.
A graduate of Boston University and SUNY Purchase, Lydia studied under renowned teachers including Peter Zazofsky, Laurie Smukler, Jorja Fleezanis, and Mimi Zweig.

Lydia Miller Choorapuzha is a versatile violinist with a vibrant performance career, having appeared with esteemed ensembles such as the Pittsburgh Symphony and Minnesota Orchestra, as well as artists including Michael Bublé and Bruce Springsteen. A highly regarded chamber musician, she is a member of Trio Sine Nomine, a string trio based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Lydia is a certified Suzuki Violin Teacher and is a member of the prestigious College of Examiners at the Royal Conservatory of Music. Her students have earned National Gold Medal Awards from the RCM, gone on to study at elite conservatories, and secured positions in major U.S. orchestras. In addition to her musical accomplishments, she brings deep business insight to the music education field, coaching studio teachers on achieving financial sustainability. She has shared her expertise at ASTA conferences and in the American String Teacher journal.
A graduate of Boston University and SUNY Purchase, Lydia studied under renowned teachers including Peter Zazofsky, Laurie Smukler, Jorja Fleezanis, and Mimi Zweig.

Lydia Miller Choorapuzha is a versatile violinist with a vibrant performance career, having appeared with esteemed ensembles such as the Pittsburgh Symphony and Minnesota Orchestra, as well as artists including Michael Bublé and Bruce Springsteen. A highly regarded chamber musician, she is a member of Trio Sine Nomine, a string trio based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Lydia is a certified Suzuki Violin Teacher and is a member of the prestigious College of Examiners at the Royal Conservatory of Music. Her students have earned National Gold Medal Awards from the RCM, gone on to study at elite conservatories, and secured positions in major U.S. orchestras. In addition to her musical accomplishments, she brings deep business insight to the music education field, coaching studio teachers on achieving financial sustainability. She has shared her expertise at ASTA conferences and in the American String Teacher journal.
A graduate of Boston University and SUNY Purchase, Lydia studied under renowned teachers including Peter Zazofsky, Laurie Smukler, Jorja Fleezanis, and Mimi Zweig.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Dec 15 - Jan 31 early bird registration fee, non-refundable $50; camp $1400
Feb 1 - April 30 registration fee $75; camp $1400
May 1- June 30 late registration fee $75; pending space availability $1600
To reach the Opus Overnight team with any inquiries please fill out this form or email us directly at [email protected].