Chamber Music: Two kind of offerings this summer:

CHAMBER MUSIC WEEK

ADVANCED HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE STRING CHAMBER MUSIC:- 1-week session

Tues June 24- Sat. June 28- Tuition $540.00

Year 41 of Karen’s chamber music summer camps! Started in 1984 at the “Chamber Music Institute” at the Olympic Music Festival, Concerts in the Barn, near Quilcene, WA.

Eligibility: Violin, viola, cello; ages 15-21. One pianist may be included.

Enrollment Camps generally will not exceed 20  participants.. The venue includes an outdoor canopy and large,  indoor rooms. The camps enroll on a first come, first served  basis. Due to the intimate nature of the camp, the spots often go very quickly.  

CANCELLATION POLICY FOR ALL CAMPS:   If you need to cancel, do so in writing.  Cancellation received before May 1, there is a refund or credit of 75% of the tuition paid.  Cancellation by June 1st, refund or credit will be 50% of the tuition paid.  After June 1st, there will be no refunds; and monies will go to scholarship fund.   In the unlikely event that Karen needs to cancel a camp, the purchaser is entitled to a  refund or credit for 100% of the amount paid. 

Application Process: Please send an audition video of two minutes of solo music  plus a 2 or 3-octave scale and a self-assessment of abilities and experience. Non refundable registration fee per person: $40, due at time of application, tuition will  be in addition to that registration fee.  Payment methods include zelle, venmo or PayPal.  If you prefer to send a check, just inquire.  Tuition will be due upon acceptance. Limited financial aid may be available,  please inquire.  

Ensemble groupings and repertoire will be given ahead of time so participants  can prepare. Sample recordings will be sent as well. For those wishing to play  with a friend, requests and music choice will be considered.  

Schedule: 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Sample Schedule: 10:00-11:50 Coaching sessions/rehearsals (arrive 9:45 to warm-up) 12-12:30 BYO Lunch 12:35-1:55 All-camp bonding, mystery moments 1:00-2:00pm Sightreading, coaching, in-house performances Final day: normal schedule except leave one hour earlier EVENING: Concert at Karen’s 7:00-8:30pm

Chamber Music Days

Strengthening Musicianship through

Coached Sightreading of String Quartet Repertoire

Choose your Chamber Music SINGLE DAY CHAMBER MUSIC CAMP OPTIONS. Most people register for both dates. $110 per day

#1   Wed. July 16   Chamber Music: 10am-2pm

#2    Wed. Aug 13    Chamber Music: 10am-2pm

 Advanced String players ages 13-21 10:00am-2:00pm each day $110  per day .  Some rising middle schoolers may be admitted. For individual students who are placed together to form chamber music ensembles. Open to violin, viola and cello. Some piano spots, and possible for flute and oboe may be possible. A full library is available and curated by Karen.

TO REGISTER click here, plus PLEASE EMAIL KAREN to let her know you’ve registered! at karen1957@comcast.net

Coached by: Karen Iglitzin, violinist-Location: Karen’s home in North Seattle.

Sight-read string quartet masterpieces! Students will learn how to instantly incorporate:

• Musicality skills – style, stroke, articulation, sound quality, phrasing

• Ensemble Techniques – listening, supportive vs. soloistic role, rhythm, flexibility, cueing, communication while playing

• Literature Exploration – exposure to a large volume of repertoire in a short amount of time, understanding stylistic requirements of each composer (Mozart, Beethoven, Dvorak, Shostakovich, and more)

• Artistic & Personal Confidence Development – ownership of one’s part and role within the ensemble, strengthening self-confidence and artistry