How does the chamber music program work?
There are two chamber music sessions, each lasting half the length of the festival. Groups and repertoire are assigned by the Artistic Director with the assistance of other faculty members. Students are placed in groups based on their ability and age. Every effort is made to put students together who request to play together. Most students play in one group during each of the two halves of the festival, though some may be assigned to more. Chamber music groups meet every day, Monday-Saturday, either for rehearsal or for a coaching by faculty. Each chamber music session culminates with a series of concerts where the students play what they have been working on. There are also numerous opportunities for chamber music groups to perform in surrounding communities through our active Outreach program.
