Webster University: Chamber Music Encounter

Chamber Music Encounter Application deadline March 19

Who:	Violin, viola, cello, and piano students through high school
When:	June 18 - 22, 2012 12:30 - 3pm (Informal presentation on June 22 at 1:30pm)
Where:	Community Music School of Webster University 535 Garden Avenue Webster Groves, MO 63119
Tuition:	$195 (includes T-shirt)
Required:	Students through high school ages that are at or beyond the following representative skill levels: Violin: Suzuki Book 4-Vivaldi a minor Concerto Viola and Cello: Suzuki Book 4 Piano: Clementi Sonatina or Kuhlau Sonatas
Acceptance:	Will be based on audition, instrumentation needs for chamber ensembles (trios, quartets, quintets), and readiness for small ensemble playing.

Chamber Music Encounter (CME) teaches the skills and repertoire of this wonderful music form. Compositions are performed by and written for an instrumental ensemble with one player for each part. Professional chamber musicians and CMS faculty well experienced in chamber group settings will coach trios, quartets, and quintets. An essential ingredient of chamber music is the pleasure of playing together. Guest performers and speakers will share their tips for successful chamber music performance and ensemble development.

Participation will be based on successful auditions (to be held Saturday & Sunday, April 14 & April 15) and instrumentation needs. Space is limited. Due to auditions and placement, the application deadline is March 19.

String Camp Package: Enroll in String Orchestra Camp and Chamber Music Encounter and pay a combined tuition of only $310. (String Orchestra Camp: June 18-22, 9 am-12 noon)