Program Overview
Our Fellowship Program offers a unique, intensive, and customizable six-week experience for advanced musicians (age 21+) at the beginning stages of their professional careers. Fellows grow through outstanding solo and chamber instruction with with renowned Festival faculty, collaboration with exceptional peers, and mentorship from Artistic Directors David Ying and Phillip Ying. The frequent performance opportunities, intensive study, and high standards for entry make the Fellowship program among the most respected in the nation. Signature aspects of the Fellowship Program include:
- Chamber Music Focus: Fellows are immersed in a high-level collaborative environment with coaching from faculty and opportunities to explore and perform repertoire from past to present.
- Solo Study: Fellows engage in individual lessons with artist faculty to further their technique and artistic voice.
- Orchestral Leadership: Fellows are the section leaders of two orchestra concerts featuring world-renowned artists. Recent soloists include Richard Goode, Simone Porter, Sergei Babayan, Zlatomir Fung, and Jon Nakamatsu.
- Community & Mentorship: The combination of living, studying, and performing with peers and faculty in a close and collegial setting supports artistic and professional growth.
Program Consideration: When applying to the Fellowship Program, you may indicate whether you would also like to be considered for the Instrumental or Composition Program if you don’t receive a fellowship position. You only need to fill out one application.
Visit ADMISSIONS HOME for information about program fees, student life, and the application process.
