Masterclass
Violin
Vedi i corsiMarco Rizzi
25 – 28 November 2024 / 25-28 February 2025
14 October 2024
Interpreting Sound
The masterclass will be structured in two sessions of four days each: November 25-28, 2024, and February 25-28, 2025. The students will focus on the personal search of sound as a reflection of their personality in the music they interpret.
At least one of the pieces studied in November will have to be presented again in February.
The course is open to graduated violinists not older than 30 years, who are enrolled in the annual courses of the Stauffer Academy, as well as to external students. 50 % of the available places will be reserved for internal students.
A piano accompanist will be available for the whole duration of the course.
The masterclass is aimed at violinists with a first or second-level degree, or equivalent training. Exceptions to the above requirements may be considered in presence of exceptional artistic qualities, at the Professor’s discretion.
Language: Italian and English.
Applications must be submitted online, through the “Apply” button at the bottom of the page.
Requirements:
- Personal data;
- Copy of a valid ID;
- Curriculum vitae and the repertoire already studied;
- Link to video audition (see below).
The entrance examination consists of a video audition. The candidate must create a link to a YouTube video, specifying the programme in the description.
On this page you can find all the indications for making a video that meets all the requirements.
Programme
Two pieces or movements of different styles, including one for solo violin.
Applicants will receive the results of the auditions at the e-mail address provided during registration, approximately one month before the start of the course.
A registration fee of €55.00 is required for the application. Online payment is activated upon the submission of the application.
Students enrolled on the Stauffer Academy annual courses are exempt from the registration fee.
The registration fee is non-refundable.
Attendance fees are entirely supported by the Stauffer Foundation.
Other expenses related to travel, board and lodging in Cremona are borne by the students.
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