Instrumental Studies
2024 Program Dates
Sunday, July 14 - Sunday, July 28, 2024
Offering training opportunities for violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn, trumpet, trombone and tuba players at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Pre-formed ensembles are invited to apply.
Open to advanced undergraduate students through post graduates.
Application Deadline: March 1
program description
Students develop musical and instrumental skills, hone their chamber music and interpersonal negotiating abilities, and evolve into strong, independent artists — all while observing their teachers and mentors perform at the Wintergreen Music Festival.
The outstanding faculty and coaches are members of the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra. These instructors play in orchestras and ensembles around the country and internationally and are university teachers or experienced pedagogues.
Student ensembles also have the option to work closely with composition students and instructors to learn, perform, and record new works. In addition, they will be members of interdisciplinary project groups and will explore the intricacies of performing chamber music with musicians outside of their discipline.
“The Wintergreen LEAD Co-op is a place to get messy in possibility. It’s a place to put your guard down, be a voice of what’s next, and let inspiration seep into your musical trajectory. It allowed me a space to feel grounded in my musicianship yet challenged in my vision—riding the waves of growth without the pressure to pretend I have it all figured out. ”
“The LEAD Cooperative program offered by Wintergreen Music is a wonderful opportunity for advanced students to delve into subjects that are extremely helpful to know but are not always discussed or taught in music curriculums at universities. The program’s intimate and cross-disciplinary setting allows for numerous individualized lessons, masterclasses, coaching, and a variety of workshops catered towards student’s needs, providing unique opportunities that are hard to get elsewhere. I especially enjoyed working on chamber repertoire of unique combinations and receiving coaching’s by every instrument represented. The community at Wintergreen also provides for a warm and special experience - I highly recommended the LEAD Cooperative program and hope to return in the future!”
studies include:
2022 LEAD Cooperative Chamber Music
One private lesson per week with our esteemed faculty
Multiple masterclasses per week, including instrument-specific and cross-disciplinary opportunities
Technique classes
Study and performance of up to three major chamber music works
Chamber music coachings with faculty
Multiple opportunities to work with and observe the professional musicians of the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra, comprised of musicians from top orchestras and chamber music societies around the country
Large ensemble readings with LEAD faculty and Festival Artists
Side-by-side orchestra opportunity with the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra
At least one public performance per week in formal and informal settings, building confidence and experience in concert presentation
Rehearsal time with colleagues
Guidance and experience in public speaking and community engagement
Workshops such as: recording technology, conducting, working with composers, music business, body mechanics, injury prevention, and so much more
Creation of a professional portfolio
Custom workshops crafted by incoming students
Time and space for student-led projects with guidance from faculty
2022 LEAD Cooperative Chamber Music
Additional Highlights:
Free access to nearly all Wintergreen Music Festival performances (a $900 value)
Beautiful hiking trails, breathtaking overlooks, and free access to the Wintergreen Resort Fitness and Aquatics center
“Wintergreen allowed me to see a glimpse of myself in the professional career, and be a part of the Wintergreen family.”
Application requirements (for winds, brass & Strings)
Video recordings of two contrasting works (no more than 10 minutes total in duration) demonstrating technical and musical ability. Applicants may upload files or provide a link during the application process.
Video recordings of two contrasting orchestral excerpts. Applicants may upload files or provide a link during the application process.
Excerpts and additional resources: https://orchestraexcerpts.com/.
Current resume of training experience.
Current Repertoire List including chamber music works studied and/or performed. Chamber music experience is not a requirement. This list helps us create chamber groups of matching experience.
Contact information for one reference.
Video recording of yourself describing a meaningful leadership experience and why it impacted you. 2 minutes or less.
APPLICATION DEADLINES & INFORMATION
Deadlines
March 1: Application Deadline ($65 fee)
Acceptances
Decisions regarding admission will be published by March 15 via email from the Acceptd application portal.
FEES
Application:
$65 on or before March 1
Tuition:
$200 non-refundable deposit (Tuition is FREE!) This fee helps to cover admission to the aquatics center, admission to all Festival events, a Festival t-shirt, transportation from and to the Charlottesville airport, train station, or bus terminal, a meal at a local restaurant, and pizza nights.
Room & Board:
Students will be responsible for securing their own housing accommodations and food for the duration of the program. A list of local AirB&B and VRBO will be provided upon acceptance and transportation to local grocery stores will be provided.
Please visit our Applications and Fees page for more information.
Financial Need
Other than the $200 non-refundable deposit, tuition is free for students! If you need additional assistance to help cover the cost of housing, please contact our Education Coordinator, Brenna Wiinanen, to request more information.
Contact
For questions or more information, please contact Education Coordinator Brenna Wiinanen (education@wintergreenmusic.org).
