Annual New Zealand 2024

Program highlights

• Customisation: Customisation: Students may opt to participate in both violin and viola if desired. We provide loaner violas to accommodate students interested in exploring this.
• Orchestra Participation: Everyone is involved in orchestra. For those not yet ready for chamber music, orchestra will be their only session.
• University Mentors: Each group will be assigned a university mentor who will help guide rehearsals and enhance group dynamics.
• Tailored Curriculum: We offer a curated program for younger students to ensure a balanced and enjoyable experience.
• Ensemble Work: Students collaborate in small groups, including trios, quartets, or quintets, guided by experienced coaches.
• Chamber Concert Series:: Enjoy inspiring performances by our esteemed faculty and guest artists.
• Daily Coaching: Benefit from daily coaching sessions and rehearsals to refine your ensemble skills.
• Masterclasses: Participate in enriching masterclasses to elevate your performance.
• Alexander Technique: Experience specialized training tailored to string students.

The audition process

Please provide a YouTube link which demonstrates your musical ability (5-minute maximum).

* Auditions will only be accepted via YouTube.

Follow these instructions:

• 1)
  Go to youtube.com.
• 2)
  Sign in or create an account.
• 3)
  Click Upload.
• 4)
  Set privacy setting to ‘unlisted’ (this is very important).
• 5)
  Upload your audition clip. You will need to copy the video URL (link) and enter it into the application form.

Tuition Fee

$290 per student

We provide a limited number of financial assistance scholarships. These scholarships are need-based and may cover up to the full cost of the program. If you wish to be considered, please specify this in your application.

String Fellowship Program

4th-9th January 2024

The RimuFest String Fellowship Program is a course for university music students early in their career. The programme will help to enhance rehearsal techniques, hone your artistry, gain performing and teaching experience.

The programme includes:

• Chamber rehearsal time with other students in the fellowship programme
• Daily coachings
• Mentor chamber music students through their rehearsals
• Performance opportunities
• Lodging by host
• Most meals included

Admission Requirements:

• Fill out the application form
• Audition recording (max duration of 10 minutes)

* Pre-formed groups allowed to apply

Faculty

Amelia Taylor

Violin, Co-Founder

Alejandro Larumbe

Violin, Orchestra Conductor

Kate Ellingham-Hunt

Violin, Alexander Technique

Donald Maurice

Viola

Maria Mo

Piano

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