Richmond Chamber Music Institute 2025
Why GreenSpring Chamber Institute?
GreenSpring seeks to inspire a passion to pursue beauty inside all its students. Through careful guidance and rigorous training, we push each student towards excellence by whichever means can best help them thrive. 90% of our alumni have returned for following summers, and that spirit of community has become an integral part of our students’ character long after they’ve begun their careers.
2025 DATES AND INFO
Richmond Chamber Music Institute
July 14th - 18th, 2025
Richmond, Virginia
Ages 8-18
Open to Strings (violin, viola, cello, bass), Guitar, Harp, Voice, and Piano
Two Tracks
Rising Musicians
Young Artist - by audition
The Ultimate Summer Music Experience!
Musicians will spend one week at our venue in Richmond, Virginia during the most beautiful days of summer, enjoying the following training benefits:
Lessons: Four private lessons with renowned wind, brass, and string faculty
Coachings: Small-group and solo/accompaniment guidance from experienced professionals
Technique: Individual training aimed to keep the body free of practice-related injury
Theory: Music theory classes to inspire an understanding of what makes standard rep special
History: Music history classes to further instill a fully-contextualized familiarity with the music
And so much more!
Location
The Summer Chamber Music Institute is located in historic Richmond, Virginia. Spend your summer exploring the historic downtown, creating beautiful music, and making new friends!
Daily Schedule
Monday-Friday:
Half Day: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST
Full Day: 9:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST
Students may choose to stay and rehearse from 4:00-5:00 pm daily
Tuition & Application
Full Day - $1,050
Half Day - $525
Room & Board (optional) - $450
Scholarships considered upon request.
An advance deposit of $200 will be collected upon registration in order to reserve your place.
Applications open November 15th, 2024
Early registration ends March 15th, 2025
Priority Applications close April 15th, 2025
Applications received after April 15th will be considered based on availability
Audition requirements:
Musicians applying for the Rising Musicians track are asked to submit a playing sample of one piece best demonstrates their current level and ability.
Musicians applying for the Young Artist track should provide a YouTube, Google Drive, or other accessible link showcasing the following two requirements:
One fast, technical étude or movement from performance repertoire
One slow, lyrical étude or movement from performance repertoire
There is no expected time limit for an audition - only that the two pieces show a broad range of musical experience.
The Richmond Chamber Music Institute is open to musicians ages 8-18 of any level and instrument. Advanced musicians looking for an intense summer program are encouraged to consider our two-week Richmond Conservatory Preparatory Institute.
We hope to see you this summer!
What Students Are Saying
“A motivating, inspirational and life-changing experience [and] a musician’s dream come true.”
