ABOUT THE WORKSHOPAt the heart of “Explore|Invite|Engage” is the invitation to reclaim and strengthen an improvisatory spirit of making music together. From practice—where we sharpen skills and deepen our understanding of the score—to performance, how do we create experiences that celebrate musical experimentation, discovery and community? Imagine fewer boundaries in the process; as we move from first readings to formed interpretations, we will engage players, coaches, composers, and listeners.

All participants are encouraged to adopt an open-door policy for rehearsals and coaching, creating a welcoming 'insider' experience for interested community members. The week’s final concert will take place in the Unitarian Universalist Church on the Harvard Town Common.

Ensembles will choose their own repertoire and articulate their own goals. The daily schedule includes group rehearsals and coaching, and the week will feature improvisation and movement workshops, public master classes, evening sight-reading parties, and other special events.

To view the full schedule, please visit:harvardculture.org/cmf-schedule.

PARTICIPANTSFull scholarship will be granted to four young professional ensembles, who attend for the full week. Participating ensembles (pre-formed groups strongly preferred) may be 2-6 players, comprised of strings and piano (in any combination), possibly including one or two winds (no all-wind groups). Participants must be 18 or older.

Adult amateur groups are welcome to apply for a day or days of their choice ($150 per musician per day, lunch and dinner included). Space is available for two adult amateur groups each day.

ABOUT THE COACHESWith chamber music at the center of their musical endeavors, Judith Eissenberg, Rhonda Rider, and Judith Gordon bring enthusiastic fluency to the full range of the literature—exploring the classical European tradition as well as working with living composers from diverse backgrounds.

All three have collaborated with a wide range of soloists and ensembles and have long enjoyed playing together in various combinations. Along with pursuing independent performance projects, each has remained committed to teaching and coaching throughout their professional lives.

Learn more at harvardculture.org/cmf-coaches.

HOUSING & MEALSLunch and dinner are communal events for all participants—an essential part of the workshop. All meals include fresh produce, and are prepared locally.

Young professional participants are hosted by members of the community (breakfasts included). Participants in amateur groups are responsible for their own housing.

Please contact Artistic Director Judith Eissenberg at eissenbe@brandeis.edu for suggestions!

Explore|Invite|EngageCHAMBER MUSIC WORKSHOP

JUNE 16-23, 2019

CHAMBER M U S I C WORKSHOPExplore|Invite|EngageFor young professionals and experienced amateurs

JUNE 16-23, 2019HARVARD, MASSACHUSETTSharvardculture.org/arts-events

Coached byJudith Eissenberg, violin

Rhonda Rider, celloJudith Gordon, piano

LOCATIONHarvard, MA, a rural New England town 32 miles west of Boston, is characterized by colonial and Victorian homes, churches, a town hall, and a library clustered around a historic common. The Fitchburg line on the commuter rail has a stop at Littleton/495, where workshop volunteers can pick you up upon arrival. While not necessary, participants are encouraged to bring their own cars. WORKSHOP VENUESIn the spirit of a traditional New England community, the workshop ‘campus’ is centered around the town common. The Unitarian Universalist Church serves as the main concert venue, with a sanctuary that boasts rich acoustics and a beautiful grand piano. The associated Fellowship Building offers several rehearsal rooms and a dining area for lunches and dinners. Hosts and supporters of the workshop open their homes for rehearsals, as well as informal house concerts. The Harvard Cultural Collaborative (the workshop’s sponsor) operates out of the Town’s old library, located on the common, with additional spaces for rehearsal and conversation, and a movement room with Marley floor for yoga. DURING YOUR VISITThe historic town of Harvard is a place of scenic beauty, rich wildlife, and deep cultural heritage. With miles of hiking trails, outdoor recreational activities, and a vibrant and welcoming Town Common, Harvard has something for everyone.

HOW TO APPLYPre-formed groups of 2-6 players may submit a group application to Artistic Director Judith Eissenberg at eissenbe@brandeis.edu.

To download the application form, please visit: harvardculture.org/cmf-application-registration.

We encourage you to apply early, as there are not many slots. Deadline for applications is March 16; Acceptance notification will take place by the end of March. Accepted participants must register by April 12.

Non-refundable registration fee for accepted young professionals is $100 (per player). Non-refundable tuition for amateur groups is due upon registration.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONTo learn more about the chamber music workshop, please contact Judith Eissenberg at eissenbe@brandeis.edu and/or visit our website: harvardculture.org/chamber-music-festival.

Sponsored by the Harvard Cultural Collaborative in Harvard, Massachusetts. Thanks to the Further Forward Foundation and ACMP for their generous support of Chamber Music Workshop: Explore|Invite|Engage.