Why GreenSpring Chamber Institute?

 

GreenSpring seeks to inspire a passion to pursue beauty inside all its students. Through careful guidance and rigorous training, we push each student towards excellence by whichever means can best help them thrive. 90% of our alumni have returned for following summers, and that spirit of community has become an integral part of our students’ character long after they’ve begun their careers.

Summer Chamber Institute

Musicians will spend One or Two Weeks at our venue in Richmond, Virginia during the most beautiful days of summer, enjoying the following training benefits:

  • Lessons: One-on-one lessons with renowned Richmond-based wind, brass, and string faculty

  • Coachings: Small-group and solo/accompaniment guidance from experienced professionals

  • Competition: Admission to our GreenSpring Summer Sonata and Concerto competition

  • Technique: Individual training aimed to keep the body free of practice-related injury

  • Theory: Music theory classes to inspire an understanding of what makes standard rep special

  • History: Music history classes to further instill a fully-contextualized familiarity with the music

And so much more!

Audition Requirements

Audition only required for Conservatory Preparation Applicants.

Auditioners should provide a YouTube, Google Drive, or other accessible link showcasing the following two requirements:

  • One fast, technical étude or movement from performance repertoire

  • One slow, lyrical étude or movement from performance repertoire

There is no expected time limit for an audition - only that the two pieces show a broad range of musical experience.

Dates and Fees

  • Conservatory Preparation Program: July 15-26

  • All-Levels Summer Training: July 22-26

    Conservatory Preparation Program Application Fee:

    $25

    All-Levels Half or Full Day Tuition + Room & Board:

    $375 or $750 + $200

    Conservatory Half or Full Day Tuition + Room & Board

    $750 or $1500 + $400

Scholarships considered upon request.

A deposit of $100 will be collected upon registration in order to reserve your place.

 

Photos courtesy of: Tanya Fernandez