CelloBello is thrilled to announce the return of the Audition Preparation Workshop (Nov. 1st to Nov. 14th)!
Drawing on their vast experiences as soloists, chamber musicians, and world-renowned teachers, this two-week intensive features master classes, private lessons, and panel discussions centered around helping young students prepare for their upcoming undergraduate auditions. Our workshop faculty include:
- Astrid Schween (The Juilliard School)
- Edward Arron (University of Massachusetts Amherst)
- Julia Lichten (Manhattan School of Music)
- Laurence Lesser (New England Conservatory)
- Norman Fischer (Shepherd School of Music at Rice University)
- Paul Katz (New England Conservatory)
- Seth Parker Woods (University of Buffalo and the Kaufman Music Center in New York City)
- Steven Doane (Eastman School of Music)
Whether you are a high school student planning ahead for upcoming undergraduate auditions, a seasoned teacher looking to help prepare your students, or a parent seeking audition guidance for their child, this workshop is designed to give you tools to demystify the conservatory and music school audition process and to help you play a fantastic audition for the school of your dreams.
Please note:
- All events will be held between 6:30 pm and 10:00 pm ET. Sunday events may be scheduled for the afternoon.
- All private lessons will be scheduled based on mutual availability between the teacher and student.
for student participants
Upon acceptance into the workshop, participants:
- Will receive two opportunities for individual feedback either through private lessons, masterclasses or a combination of the two.
- Can attend all masterclasses and participate in all panel discussions.
- Will have access to archived footage of group classes and panel discussions for later viewing, available through the end of 2021.
Video Application Requirements
CelloBello will accept as many students as possible, but needs to keep enrollment small enough to make the 2-week experience personal and valuable.
2 short movements of contrasting style or 5-10 minutes of a movement of a concerto.
Piano accompaniment is encouraged but not required, where it applies.
Applications for students are due by October 18th!
Fee Structure
Application: Free
Tuition: $500 after acceptance
Financial Assistance: Available to accepted participants with need
Click the button below to begin the application process including your video performance link.
for auditors
In response to requests from parents, teachers, and in order to include students who may not be accepted as playing participants, CelloBello also offers an auditing-only package. For a fee of $200, auditors have access to all masterclasses and panel discussions, including archives for later-viewing.
schedule
Monday, November 1st 2021 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm ET:
Panel Discussion: How to Practice – Preparing a Large Amount of Repertoire
with Paul Katz, Seth Parker Woods, and Steven Doane
Tuesday, November 2nd 2021 | 8:30 – 10:30 pm ET:
Master Class – Laurence Lesser
Wednesday, November 3rd 2021 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm ET:
Master Class – Julia Lichten
Thursday, November 4th 2021 | 8:30 – 10:30 pm ET:
Master Class – Norman Fischer
Friday, November 5th 2021 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm ET:
Panel Discussion: Tips for Successful Audition Recordings
with Edward Arron and Norman Fischer
Saturday, November 6th 2021 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm ET:
Master Class – Edward Arron
Sunday, November 7th 2021 | 4:30 – 6:30 pm ET:
Master Class – Seth Parker Woods
Monday, November 8th 2021 | 8:30 – 10:00 pm ET:
Panel Discussion: What are Conservatories and Music Schools Looking For and How to Select Your School
with Astrid Schween, Julia Lichten and Laurence Lesser
Tuesday, November 9th 2021 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm ET:
Master Class – Steven Doane
Thursday, November 11th 2021 | 8:30 – 10:30 pm ET:
Master Class – Astrid Schween
Saturday, November 13th 2021 | 2:00 – 4:00 pm ET:
Master Class – Paul Katz