Chamber Music for Peace
Workshops
Weekend workshops for young musicians interested in improving their skills and musicianship while learning how to engage their community & the world.
Application now open for Spring 2016 workshop
Dates: April 2, 16, 23, 24, 2016
PROGRAM GUIDELINES
Please note that all students selected for this program receive a 100% tuition scholarship
Please note that all students selected for this program receive a 100% tuition scholarship
OVERVIEW
Music has long been recognized as a universal language, able to be felt and understood by people from any place and any background. It can be a unifying force between individuals, families, or even entire nations that may not have any other common ground. Since the 21st century is full of complex social and political issues, 21st century artists are discovering ways to use their passion for music to promote peace and understanding.
Emerging young artists often receive intense training on their instruments, but may not have had the opportunity to learn how to engage their community and their complex world. This workshop will give young artists the opportunity to further hone their musical skills by working with some of the leading chamber musicians in the area. The focus on chamber music gives young musicians a chance to work together with new colleagues toward a common goal. In addition, students will attend a workshop on community outreach, and will discover exciting ways music can be used to engage their community and change the world. Students will perform in a formal concert at Trinity Episcopal Church. Then, on the final day, students will put what they have learned into practice by performing their music at a retirement home and/or soup kitchen.
ELIGIBILITY
The Chamber Music for Peace workshops are open to any musician age 18 and under who meets the following guidelines:
Students accepted will be placed in ensembles based on ability.
SELECTION PROCESS
Students will be chosen based on the following criteria:
LOCATION
Workshop activities will take place at:
Trinity Episcopal Church- 120 Sigourney Street, Hartford, CT 06105
SCHEDULE
Saturday, April 2, 2016: 8:00am- Orientation. 8:30-10:05- Group A rehearsal. 10:05-10:35 Break.
10:35-12:00pm Group B Rehearsal
Saturday, April 16, 2016: 8:00am - 9:25am Group A rehearsal. 9:30am-10:15am Workshop on community outreach. 10:15-10:35am Break. 10:35am-12:00pm Group B Rehearsal
Saturday, April 23, 2016: 8:30-10:05- Group A rehearsal. 10:05-10:35 Break. 10:35-12:00pm Group B Rehearsal. 12:00pm Lunch. 1:00pm Student concert. 7:30pm Faculty concert (mandatory*)
Sunday, April 24, 2016: An outreach performance in the early afternoon at Hebrew Heathcare
*please note that attending the faculty concert is considered part of the workshop. If you are unable to attend the faculty concert on April 23 at 7:30pm at Trinity Episcopal Church, then you can instead attend the same concert on Friday, April 22 at 7:00pm in Glastonbury. The 100% tuition scholarship comes with the agreement to be present for all of the rehearsals and performances, including one of the two faculty concerts.
Music has long been recognized as a universal language, able to be felt and understood by people from any place and any background. It can be a unifying force between individuals, families, or even entire nations that may not have any other common ground. Since the 21st century is full of complex social and political issues, 21st century artists are discovering ways to use their passion for music to promote peace and understanding.
Emerging young artists often receive intense training on their instruments, but may not have had the opportunity to learn how to engage their community and their complex world. This workshop will give young artists the opportunity to further hone their musical skills by working with some of the leading chamber musicians in the area. The focus on chamber music gives young musicians a chance to work together with new colleagues toward a common goal. In addition, students will attend a workshop on community outreach, and will discover exciting ways music can be used to engage their community and change the world. Students will perform in a formal concert at Trinity Episcopal Church. Then, on the final day, students will put what they have learned into practice by performing their music at a retirement home and/or soup kitchen.
ELIGIBILITY
The Chamber Music for Peace workshops are open to any musician age 18 and under who meets the following guidelines:
- You must play violin, viola, cello, double bass, or flute.
- You must want to improve your musicianship through chamber music while learning how to engage your community.
Students accepted will be placed in ensembles based on ability.
SELECTION PROCESS
Students will be chosen based on the following criteria:
- A brief application that outlines your musical experience.
- A video recording of approximately five minutes length demonstrating your ability. Recordings do NOT have to be of a live performance or with accompaniment. If you do not have any recent videos, we recommend that you use a smart phone to record yourself playing a piece during your practice time.
LOCATION
Workshop activities will take place at:
Trinity Episcopal Church- 120 Sigourney Street, Hartford, CT 06105
SCHEDULE
Saturday, April 2, 2016: 8:00am- Orientation. 8:30-10:05- Group A rehearsal. 10:05-10:35 Break.
10:35-12:00pm Group B Rehearsal
Saturday, April 16, 2016: 8:00am - 9:25am Group A rehearsal. 9:30am-10:15am Workshop on community outreach. 10:15-10:35am Break. 10:35am-12:00pm Group B Rehearsal
Saturday, April 23, 2016: 8:30-10:05- Group A rehearsal. 10:05-10:35 Break. 10:35-12:00pm Group B Rehearsal. 12:00pm Lunch. 1:00pm Student concert. 7:30pm Faculty concert (mandatory*)
Sunday, April 24, 2016: An outreach performance in the early afternoon at Hebrew Heathcare
*please note that attending the faculty concert is considered part of the workshop. If you are unable to attend the faculty concert on April 23 at 7:30pm at Trinity Episcopal Church, then you can instead attend the same concert on Friday, April 22 at 7:00pm in Glastonbury. The 100% tuition scholarship comes with the agreement to be present for all of the rehearsals and performances, including one of the two faculty concerts.
TUITION AND FEES
There is no cost involved for those students who are selected. There is an application fee of $35 per student, or $45 for families with multiple students.
FACULTY
Our faculty consists of the musicians of Cuatro Puntos, and are internationally known individually and collectively as chamber musicians. Click here for a faculty list.
APPLICATION
We prefer all applications to be taken online. Please click below to apply.
DEADLINE
APPLICATIONS CURRENTLY CLOSED
NEED MORE INFO?
If you have additional questions, please e-mail Kevin Bishop at kevin@cuatropuntos.org
APPLICATIONS CURRENTLY CLOSED
NEED MORE INFO?
If you have additional questions, please e-mail Kevin Bishop at kevin@cuatropuntos.org