Chamber Music Academy
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Chamber Music Academy Program
An Immersive Chamber Music Experience for Amateur Adult Musicians
Join the Washington Conservatory of Music Chamber Music Academy— three weekend intensives designed for dedicated adult musicians to refine their ensemble skills, receive expert coaching, collaborate in an inspiring setting, and enjoy master classes and performances by distinguished faculty and guest artists. Each workshop culminates in a final performance, showcasing the progress and artistry developed throughout the workshop.
Hosted by WCM’s own Jovan Zivkovic and Becky Johnson
Featuring coaching from distinguished WCM faculty.
What to Expect:
- Small Chamber Ensemble coaching & rehearsals
- Chamber Orchestra rehearsals
- Optional private lessons
- Engaging session on techniques to make you a better chamber musician
- Recital performance & reception
Who can Participate:
- Strings
- Woodwinds
- Brass
- Pianists
Upcoming Workshop Details
Tuition and Add-ons:
- $300 early bird, $350 regular admission
- $50 application deposit to be paid at time of application- in the case of acceptance,
- $120 for optional private lesson (scheduled independently)
- $20 catered lunch/day
Key Dates:
- August 22 – Early Bird Registration Opens
- October 1st – Early Bird Discount Ends
- October 24 – Application Closes –
- October 29– Groups & Programs Announced
Location
The workshop will utilize space at both WCM at Glen Echo Park and The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer in Glen Echo.
Tuition and Add-ons:
- $375 early bird, $425 regular admission
- $120 for optional private lesson (scheduled independently)
Key Dates:
- October 1 – Early Bird Registration Opens
- December 5 – Early Bird Discount Ends
- January 2 – Application Closes
- January 7– Groups & Programs Announced
Tuition and Add-ons:
- $300 early bird, $350 regular admission
- $50 application deposit, which goes towards your tuition (refundable only if they’re not accepted, otherwise nonrefundable in the case of their cancellation upon acceptance.)
- $120 for optional private lesson (scheduled independently)
- $20 catered lunch/day
Key Dates:
- TBD – Early Bird Registration Opens
- March 1– Early Bird Discount Ends
- April 10 – Application Closes
- April 15 – Groups & Programs Announced
Details to be announced.
General Workshop Schedule
Provisional Daily Schedule – Subject to change
- 4:00 – 5:00 PM | Arrive, set up, warm up
- 5:00 – 6:15 PM | Rehearsal with drop-in coaching
- 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Orchestra rehearsal
- 8:15 – 8:55 AM | Coffee & Welcome
- 9:00 – 10:00 AM | Practice & Coaching
- 10:15 – 11:15 AM | Practice & Coaching
- 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Chamber Orchestra Rehearsal
- 12:30 – 1:30 PM | Lunch (Catering Available)
- 1:30 – 3:00 PM | Lecture & Reading Session (Open to Public)
- 3:15 – 4:15 PM | Private Lesson & Coaching Sessions
- 4:30 – 5:30 PM | Practice & Coaching
- 6:00 PM | Optional Group Dinner
- 7:30 PM | Faculty Chamber Music Performance
- 8:15 – 8:55 AM | Coffee & Welcome
- 9:00 – 10:00 AM | Practice & Coaching
- 10:15 – 11:15 AM | Practice & Coaching
- 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Chamber Orchestra Rehearsal
- 12:30 – 1:30 PM | Lunch (Catering Available)
- 1:30 – 2:30 PM | Dress Rehearsal
- 3:00 PM | Final Recital Performance
- 4:00 PM | Reception
Workshops & Events
See events for the Chamber Music Academy!
Chamber Music Academy: Winter 2026 Chamber Music Workshop
Chamber Music Academy: Fall 2025 Chamber Music Workshop
Assistant Conductor Auditions – Now Accepting Applications
Washington Conservatory of Music Presents: 2025 Chamber Music Summer Workshop
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