Chamber Strings registration and audition recordings for soloists due TODAY

It is May 28th and the new update as of TUesday looks very promising. The 4 step opening-up plan is posted and it looks very positive that we will have our sessions indoors (with some options for outdoors) and our concerts can happen either outside or inside with up to 50 people! Travel restrictions will also be lifted if all goes as planned.

This is our final registration day for Chamber Strings registration and as of today, we have a couple of seats open in our Chamber Strings program! The deadline is today at 5 pm. Contact Sue if you are interested in joining us at 250-777-1704 or respond to this email.

If you are planning on auditioning, please email Audition recordings and audition form to mountainsidechambermusic@gmail.com by TODAY, May 28th at 5 pm.

See program details below:

CELLO FOCUS will now run August 20-22, 2021 (rather than June) The new deadline for Cello Focus registration is August 2, 2021. Fee is $185 for this stimulating 12 hr cello intensive. It is limited to 13 participants (including 2 instructors. CHAMBER STRINGS will run from July 12-16, 2021 Fee is $360 for this weeklong exciting music program including orchestra, sectionals, small chamber groups, fiddle fun evening, concerts and 1 private lesson. Check out the audition program for the Vivaldi double violin concerto (RV522)and double cello concerto (RV 531). See instructions on the registration/audition Page. Have a listen to the 3 exciting orchestral pieces we will be playing during Chamber Strings on our website www.mountainsidechambermusic.com . Find all music parts for orchestra at the bottom of the registration/audition page. Once registered, you will be assigned your part and you can begin practicing. Small Chamber groups will be formed once registration is complete after May 28. On or before June 5, you will receive your group assignment (based on your level of experience) and the music will be emailed to you. Camp size is limited to 20 people including instructors so it is a good idea to register early to assure your seat. Contact Sue about status of seats for different sections. If you send your registration after maximum is met, you will be notified and asked if you want to be placed on a waiting list or like a refund( in the case of a last minute cancellation) . Check out our amazing and talented Instructors for both programs here. In the unfortunate event we need to cancel either or both of the programs, you can choose to receive either a full refund or have credit towards 2022 programs. COVID GUIDELINES Group sizes are limited and anticipated to fit within guidelines for group sizes

We will adhere to government guidelines that are in effect during the time of each camp such as physical distancing and face coverings. We will find creative ways to make it all work including outdoor sessions and concerts where possible. We want everyone to feel comfortable and safe during our camps. Our intention is to provide this environment while offering all participants an enriching musical experience. Contact Sue with any questions or concerns by email at mountainsidechambermusic@gmail.com or by phone at 250-777-1704 Sincerely, Jeff Faragher (Director) Sue Mistretta, (Administrator)