Advanced Chamber Program

Work and perform with one of the most respected festival orchestras in the nation! You’ll study with world-renowned instructors, observe rehearsals, attend performances, and meet musicians and guest artists with the Sun Valley Music Festival. From chamber music to opera workshops, this program’s unique atmosphere creates exceptional learning opportunities.

Summer program registration now open

Apply now; applications for the Advanced Chamber Program deadline has been extended to May 1. Explore more program details below.

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The Advanced Chamber Program is for advanced students who are committed to serious study in their discipline, and who possess a curiosity and desire to work in intimate settings where peer and faculty critique is encouraged and appreciated. Students will work directly with Sun Valley Music Festival musicians, conductors, and guest artists and attend Festival Orchestra rehearsals. Recent guest artists to work with students in the programs include Itzak Perlman, Time for Three, Renee Fleming, Joyce Yang, Gautier Capuçon, and Ray Chen.

Program Dates: July 26-August 7, 2021

Audition recordings are required for all applicants.

For strings

Violin, viola, cello, and bass students work in chamber ensembles and participate in the Sun Valley Youth Orchestra

For voice

Students study opera scenes and the art of song, and participate in the vocal ensemble, The Chamber Singers

For piano

Students work in small ensembles with other pianists as well as exceptional string and voice students