The Next Generation Program will be celebrating its 20th Anniversary in 2010.
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The goal of the 2010 Next Generation Summer Chamber Music Program is to offer young musicians the opportunity to study chamber music under the direction of professional chamber musicians. All levels of ability will be welcomed to the program on a first come, first serve basis with total enrollment limited to 7 ensembles, three of which may include piano.
Coaching will be provided by co-artistic directors, Marc and Kathie Johnson, Music Director of Education, Gilda Joffe with additional master classes and workshops offered by musicians from the professional concert performance scheduled during the corresponding week of the Summer Music Festival.
This year’s program will commence on Monday, July 19th and run through Friday, July 23rd with a private performance for family and friends held on the final afternoon of the program. The daily schedule runs from 9 am – 3 pm daily with an hour break in the middle of the day for lunch. Four hours of coaching each day will be balanced with time for a choral class and eurhythmics.
Participants must provide their own housing. All students must bring their lunch each day. Drinks and snacks will be provided.
All levels of ability are encouraged to apply. Program is appropriate for ages 10 -18. Due to space limitations, directors will do their utmost to place students in ensembles. Pre-formed ensembles are encouraged to apply.
Important dates:
- March 1, 2010: Application and scholarship application deadline
- Application requirements: Application form, solo recording and teacher recommendation, scholarship application and non-refundable $50 application fee.
- April 1, 2010: Notification of acceptance
- May 1, 2010: Registration deadline, non-refundable payment in full of $375 tuition due at this time.
May 15, 2010: Repertoire and group assignments mailed. Assigned music should be prepared with the help of a teacher so that it is performance-ready by July.
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