Sphinx Organization Announces New Online Application and Video Submission format for the Sphinx Performance Academy

[Christopher Jenkins (center), Dean of Sphinx Performance Academy with students from summer 2011]

Sphinx Organization

In celebration of Sphinx15, the Sphinx Organization has partnered with ReviewRoom, an online application and submission management program, to accept applications and videos for the Sphinx Performance Academy (SPA) 2012.

Applications for the Sphinx Performance Academy are due on March 26, 2012.

Unlike previous years, we will no longer accept applications that are mailed directly to the Sphinx Organization. We encourage all applicants to register early to become familiar with the submission process.

“I am excited to have this new medium through which our applicants can share their artistic talents and our review committee can assess their ability and musicianship.” says, Jada Wright-Greene, Director of Education and Youth Development.

Sphinx Performance Academy 2012 will be held in two institutions this year:

SPA @ Oberlin Conservatory in Ohio, July 1-15 

SPA @ Northwestern University, August 5– 18

We are excited about our new partnership with Northwestern University and our continued ongoing partnership with Oberlin.

The Sphinx Performance Academy is a full-scholarship intensive chamber music and solo performance program designed for aspiring Black and Latino string players, ages 12-17, who demonstrate aptitude toward but lack the resources for and access to quality music education. Students participate in a rigorous private lesson and coachings schedule, in addition to daily monitored practice sessions, masterclases and performances.

The acclaimed Catalyst Quartet, Sphinx’s premiere chamber ensemble, will serve as Senior Faculty for both sessions. Private lesson instruction will be provided by Resident Quartet, comprised of top alumni of the Sphinx Competition.

To register and apply for the Sphinx Performance Academy, please visit: https://sphinxspa.myreviewroom.com You will find step-by-step instructions on submitting your application and videos.

Applications for the Sphinx Performance Academy

are due on March 26, 2012.

For more information about the Sphinx Performance Academy visit our website at www.SphinxMusic.org [Aaron Dworkin (b. 1970), Founder and President of The Sphinx Organization is profiled at AfriClassical.com]