Location
Located in the heart of Romania (now part of the EU), the city of Bacau is the county seat for Bacau County. It is approximately 4 hours fromBucharest 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 diverse natural landscapes, historic monuments, art and significant historic architecture, especiallyhouses.
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. Forthose who can't survive without fast food, MacDonald's, Pizza Hut and KFC are 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 student conductors.
Information on Romania
Link to a Bacau Photo Gallery
"The information I received came from many different angles with one singular goal of making music and connecting better. It was all amazing!"
- 2011 Institute critique
"The Romanian people are so warm and welcoming."
- 2010 Institute critique
"The administration was great. I knew what to expect when I got there, and the hospitality has been great"
- 2009 Institute critique
Visiting the George Enescu Estate - 2011 Institute
