Summer Chamber Music Week at Symphonia (January 2025)

Symphonia Music Chamber Music Week

Intensive Programme Focussed on Ensemble Playing
Programme Details
15 January – 21 January 2025 
Symphonia Music Centre
57-59 Wellington Street, Freemans Bay, Auckland
 
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About the Programme

Join us for an intensive and inspiring chamber music experience tailored for string players. This programme places a special focus on string instrument-specific techniques essential for chamber music and solo performances through a combination of rehearsals, coaching sessions, and workshops.
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Eligibility 

Grade 7 and above 
Piano | Violin | Viola | Cello
* Please note that the grade indication is used just to identify the student's playing level.
A short audition is required.
Video of your performance (minimum 3 minutes)
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Limited space available
Apply by 20th of December to secure a spot
Late applications will be considered
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Draft Daily Schedule

Rehearsals: Daily rehearsals to refine repertoire and develop teamwork.
Coaching: Group coaching sessions or workshops with the teachers for at least two hours per day
Workshops/Lectures: Educational and interactive sessions to deepen musical knowledge and skills. Topics may include tuning systems, how to practise effectively, how to rehearse effectively as a group and more.
Socialising: Morning tea, lunch breaks, and free time to connect with other musicians and share experiences.
Individual Practice Time
Performances in two public concerts:
Concert 1 - 20th of January 6:00pm at Symphonia Hall
Concert 2 - 21st of January approx. 12-2pm at an external venue near Auckland CBD 
(exact time and venue will be confirmed) 
The course will end after the 2nd concert around 2pm.
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Course Fee $720 

(includes morning and afternoon tea)

Optional: Lunch extra $20 per day

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Teachers

The School of Music, University of Music String Faculty

Mark Bennett 
Head of Strings / Violin / Viola / Chamber Music
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James Yoo 

Head of Classical Performance / Cello / Chamber Music
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Rosemary Moon-Sun Song

Collaborative Pianist / Director of Symphonia Music
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Application 

This course is suitable for 24 years old and under.
An audition is required to help us form appropriate groups before the course begins.
Please follow the link to complete the application form.