Bay Chamber invites applicants to Envision Workshop, Young Stars of Maine Program
ROCKPORT — Bay Chamber Concerts and Music School is accepting applications to two upcoming programs: Envision Chamber Music Workshop and the Young Stars of Maine Prize Program.
Envision Chamber Music Workshop is a week-long music camp for young musicians ages 9-18. This year’s program will begin Monday, August 1, 2022 and conclude on Friday, August 5, 2022 with a performance on the final afternoon of the program. The daily schedule is 9 AM to 4 PM with time devoted to rehearsals and coachings, other musical workshops, and outdoor activities. 2022 faculty include Sophie and Josie Davis, Julia Henderson, Nate Martin, Margarita Rovenskaya, Nora Willauer and Colin Wheatley.
The faculty is comprised of young professional musicians, many of whom grew up studying music in Maine.
“They are excited to share their love of music and cultivate a creative and supportive environment for music-making and learning,” said Bay Chamber, in a news release.
Students will be placed in groups based on years of experience and age.
This five-day program is open to individual applicants playing violin, viola, cello, bass and piano, and pre-formed ensembles are encouraged to apply. Tuition is $400 and limited scholarship assistance is available. Applications are due April 22. For Further information regarding the application process, please visit www.baychamber.org/envision or call 236.2823.
Bay Chamber is accepting applications for the Young Stars of Maine Prize Program – due April 29, 2022. From these applications, students will be invited to live auditions which will be held in Rockport at the Bay Chamber Music School on May 22, 2022.
For over 50 years, Bay Chamber has awarded prizes to Maine students who have made a significant commitment to their musical studies. Young Stars of Maine prizewinners have gone on to careers at the Metropolitan Opera as well as major symphonies and conservatories throughout the world, according to Bay Chambers.
In addition to the prize monies, Young Stars are invited to perform for the public in a free concert scheduled for June 5, 2022. Prize awards are $1,000, in nine categories, for individuals, chamber ensembles or jazz ensembles. Audition requirements, eligibility information and application instructions are available at https://www.baychamber.org/young-stars-of-maine.