H&S Chamber Music Summer Camp
$325 (see if special pricing below applies to you!)
$300 for H&S Students and siblings! (you will receive a partial refund after enrollment)
Camp runs June 22-26, 9am-12pm.
Early intermediate to advanced piano and strings students (Exceptions may be made for other instruments and abilities)
Five days of intensive focus on the genre of chamber music and building connections with other young musicians. Registered students are assigned to a chamber group (duo, trio, or quartet) that they work with for the duration of the camp. Students will receive daily coaching from top-notch community musicians, masterclasses by guest artists, focused time to rehearse, and discussions on how to make beautiful music in a small ensemble setting.
AUDITION PROCESS
To be accepted into the camp, students must submit an audition video which will be reviewed by Mr. Luke. Audition videos will be used for placement into groups based on ability level and age. You will be notified of acceptance within 2-3 business days. After you have been accepted, you will finalize your registration by paying tuition using the link below. Application deadline is May 25th.
Steps to Register
Prepare, record, and submit your audition video.
Requirements for Audition Video
Please submit a video(s) of the student performing the following items:
1. A short piece or excerpt of a piece of your choice.
2. A scale (demonstrate as many octaves that you are comfortable playing).
Video auditions and Registration Form are due by the end of the day on May 25th.
Tips for Recording Your Audition Video
Set up your camera (can be your phone or any other device that can record both audio and video) so that your instrument, hands, and general posture can be seen and you can be heard clearly when playing your audition excerpts.
Ways to Submit Your Video
1. Email the video file to luke@hammerandstrings.com.
2. Upload to YouTube as "Unlisted" and send the link to luke@hammerandstrings.com.
3. Upload the video file to your Google drive and share the file with Mr. Luke.
Watch out for a confirmation email that your video has been received. Make sure you do not delete your video from YouTube until AFTER you have been notified of your audition results. Once you have been approved, register for camp using the link below, be sure to choose session from the list on the left of the screen.