January 24, 2011
About The Festival
For 10 days, musicians are mentored and immersed into all aspects of chamber music: repertoire, honing skills in artistry, communication, and performance. Free concerts will be given by Imani Winds and festival fellows in various locations throughout New York City. Additional curriculum includes masterclasses with renown guest artists, entrepreneurship seminars with top management/PR, educational outreach training, yoga and Alexander technique. Musicians may apply to one or more programs:
WIND QUINTET/SEXTET FELLOWSHIP:
For flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, french horn players and pianists ages 16 and over. Individuals or pre-formed adult, collegiate, and advanced high school ensembles are encouraged to apply. Audition is required.
GENERAL CHAMBER MUSIC PROGRAM (GCM):
For all woodwinds, horn, strings (including guitar and harp), brass, and pianists ages 16 and over. Intermediate to advanced individuals, pre-formed adult, collegiate, and high school chamber groups are encouraged to apply. Advanced adult amateurs are welcome. Audition is required.
COST
Performer Application Fee: $45 before April 1; $55 after April 1
Auditor Reservation Fee: $15 before April 1; $25 after April 1
Fellowship Tuition: $1,000
General Chamber Music Tuition: $800
Auditors: $400 full session/$60 per day
SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Priority scholarship consideration will be given to applications submitted before April 1st.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS and ACCOMODATIONS
Please see Imani Winds Festival website for more information.
Interested in sponsoring a student?
Sponsor a student's scholarship, underwrite a fellowship instrument chair or simply make a tax-deductible contribution to the Imani Winds Chamber Music Festival.
