CAMP SESSIONS
Virginia Suzuki Virtual Institute 2021
CHAMBER MUSIC WORKSHOPS
Direct Coaching with the Kontras Quartet
YOUTH CHAMBER MUSIC OFFERINGS
The Kontras String Quartet Virtual Chamber Music Workshop is designed for advanced students in mid Book 6 and beyond. Classes will include a warm-up class designed to prevent injuries, a daily masterclass, virtual chamber music rehearsal and 2 virtual coaching's. There will be an end of camp recital aired to participants and families on Zoom. If you participate in a group in your area or school who would like to take part in the Kontras Workshop please contact Sally Ross directly
( vsichambermusic@gmail.com ) for additional options.
Students book 4 and up will have the option of participation in the Prelude Virtual Chamber Music Program which will include a master class, a group class, , a chamber music coaching and chamber music rehearsal. Adult Chamber Music Program will include a master class, a group class, a warm
up class, and a chamber music coaching and rehearsal.
To register, you must complete a separate Chamber Music Registration form and include your home Teacher's email address so that we may send them a Teacher Recommendation Form. Send completed forms to vsichambermusic@gmail.com as soon as possible!
Prelude Chamber Music Workshop - June 20 - 25 - $495
Kontras Quartet Workshop - June 20 - 25 - $495
Adult Chamber Music and Suzuki Workshop - June 20-25 - $495
*Course price. Does not include Registration fees.
Prelude Chamber Music Workshop
The Prelude Chamber Music program is a focused chamber music experience for students age 8 - 14 who want a high quality introduction to chamber music within the supportive atmosphere of a Suzuki Institute. Violin students in books 4 and up and Viola and Cello students in books 3 and up who are fluent music readers, are eligible to participate.
Classes will include a warm-up class designed to prevent injuries, a daily masterclass, Suzuki group classes. virtual chamber music rehearsal and coaching as well as an optional music theory or other elective or enrichment class. There will be an end of camp recital aired to participants and families on Zoom.
The Prelude Workshop is also an excellent experience for middle school string students interested in chamber music study as opposed to a larger orchestra based camp. Suzuki and Traditional students are welcome and can have schedules adjusted to their needs and experience. Students in this program will have coached chamber music rehearsals and directed independent rehearsal in addition to their Suzuki classes each day.
Prelude students will interact with students in the Kontras Quartet Chamber Music Workshop.
Traditional and school string program students with two or more years of experience, including some form of playing in orchestra or a small group, are welcomed with the recommendation of their teacher.
Students will have repertoire sent to them in advance and should prepare their part thoroughly for the workshop. Enrollment is limited so that each student can be placed in a balanced ensemble.
Prelude Chamber Music Students registration due May 1st.