2022 CHAMBER MUSIC INTENSIVE
June 13–July 11
We are delighted to welcome students and faculty to our 2022 Chamber Music Intensive.
Welcome to our 2022 Young Artists:
Taconic Music’s 2022 Young Artists. Standing, L-R: Chris Nelson, violin; Wei-Jhen Chen, violin; Martha Sprague, cello; William Mayhew, violin; Charles Kanne, viola; Danny Yang, violin; Sachin Shukla, viola; Tammy Shu, cello. Seated, pianist Jiamin Ying. Photo by Brooke Champine.
VIOLIN:
Wei-Jhen Chen, Arizona State University; William Mayhew, Indiana University;
Christopher Nelson, Bard College; Hsiang-Jen “Danny” Yang, Arizona State University
VIOLA:
Charles Kanne, Indiana University ; Sachin Shukla, New England Conservatory
CELLO:
Tammy Shu, Indiana University ; Martha Sprague, Cleveland Institute of Music
PIANO:
Jiamin Ying, Mannes School of Music
The rigorous four-week program is open to nine music majors ages 20–27. Taconic Music accepts four violinists, two violists, two cellists, and one pianist. The program is divided into two-week cycles and each Young Artist is assigned two ensembles each session (usually a string quartet and a piano quartet), culminating in a performance.
The schedule consists of daily chamber music coachings with Taconic’s experienced faculty, rehearsals, masterclasses and ample performance opportunities.
Young Artists perform at the Riley Center for the Arts at Burr and Burton Academy, as well as the Manchester Community Library, Zion Episcopal Church, Israel Congregation, Dionondehowa Wildlife Sanctuary and School, art galleries, assisted-living residences and other area venues.
Young Artists will have the opportunity to engage and inspire local children through musical activities, and mini-concerts at a 5-day morning camp at the Southern Vermont Arts Center, June 27-July 1.
In addition to rehearsals and concerts, Young Artists and faculty can go hiking and kayaking, participate in yoga and wellness workshops, visit historic locations and local farms, cook dinners together and gather around the fire-pit for s'mores and bonding.
Manchester, Vermont is located about 30 minutes north of Bennington, in the valley between the Green Mountains and the Taconic Range, just a few hours from Boston, NYC, and Montreal. The town's New England charm, excellent restaurants, book store, shops, arts, and outdoor activities make it a popular tourist destination year-round.
To watch more young artists and faculty concert videos, visit our YouTube channel
Our motto is “where music meets life” and it is important to us not only to teach technical skills and repertoire, but to make sure that all students have multiple opportunities to perform, get used to coping with nerves and become comfortable speaking in front of an audience; to learn how to rehearse efficiently and master new pieces quickly; to build professional relationships with faculty and each other, be able to engage with any age group, socialize with donors and supporters—and to balance musical activities with relaxation.
Music and musicians cannot exist in isolation. Now, when the world is longing for more human interaction, live performances have become increasingly meaningful, and are crucial to the survival of our profession.
—Joana and Ariel
2021 Faculty in front of the Riley Center: Tom, Heather, Hannah, Ari, Danwen, Joana, Davide, Amadi.
Faculty
Joana Genova, Artistic Director, violin; University of Indianapolis
Ariel Rudiakov, Artistic Director, viola; University of Indianapolis
Miki Aoki, piano; Arizona State University (fall 2022)
Heather Braun, violin; Boston University
Hannah Holman, cello; University of Northern Iowa
Danwen Jiang, violin; Arizona State University
Thomas Landschoot, cello; Arizona State University
Drew Petersen, piano; Avery Fisher Career Grant recipient; Fellow, American Pianists Association
Young Artists Concerts
Mondays, June 27 and July 11 at 7pm
Riley Center for the Arts
Masterclasses
Wednesdays, June 22 and July 6 at 7pm
Riley Center for the Arts
How to apply
All applicants to our 2022 Chamber Music Intensive will apply using our online form.
Existing ensembles are encouraged to apply. All members must complete individual applications.
Program Fee: $800*
50% of the fee is due upon acceptance. The remaining balance is due June 1, 2022.
*Admitted students are responsible for their own transportation and meals. Housing will be provided in private residences and rental properties.
Application Fee: $40
The nonrefundable application fee must be paid at the time of application, via the link in the form.
Application Deadline: March 15, 2022
Audition Requirements
High quality video uploaded via our online application, including:
Two contrasting pieces
Video excerpt of a chamber music performance (optional but encouraged)
List of performed chamber repertoire from last 3–4 years (submitted with application)
Live auditions are also available, by appointment with the artistic directors, in Indianapolis and Bloomington, IN, Manchester VT, and Yonkers NY
Application Requirements
Completed application form including all required materials
$40 non-refundable application fee (submitted online at end of application)
Bio (approx. 200–250 words, submitted with application)
Photo (high-resolution, professional quality)
Attendance Requirements
CMI participants must be 20 years old by June 13, 2022.
All students must be fully vaccinated prior to June 1, 2022 and agree to adhere to current local and state health mandates during the program, including during any free/personal time.