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NEWSLETTER FOR QUARTETS AND TRIOS #18
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NEWS FROM THE DQ WORLD, COMPETITIONS, MASTERCLASSES AND MORE
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Our network keeps getting wider and even more international, making it possible for us to offer you new opportunities. Witnessing your professional growth is a big source of pride and inspiration, our wish for this new year is to achieve great goals together!
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All our best wishes,
Le Dimore del Quartetto team
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MERITA | SELECTION OF QUARTETS
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The European project MERITA, winner of the call Creative Europe - European Platforms 2021 and co-funded by the European Union, gathered more than 60 applications from musicians from 27 different countries.
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The selection of 38 string quartets that will take part in MERITA's activities will be communicated in February 2023.
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The journey is about to begin, stay tuned
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THE STRING CIRCLE
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DISCOVER THE MAP OF ATELIERS
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Are you looking for a high quality string instrument or bow for your professional career? Within The String Circle project, 7 violins, 3 violas, 2 cellos and 4 bows are currently available for a free loan for the musicians of Le Dimore del Quartetto who join the network with Vivace level. Discover The String Circle map and find out where the worskshops are located!
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JOIN THE NEW EDITION OF BRERA MUSICA
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We are currently working on the next edition of Brera Musica. Each month, a masterpiece kept at Pinacoteca di Brera, one of the most important art institutions in Milan and in Italy, will be paired with a music video performed by the ensembles in Le Dimore del Quartetto network, and shared on ours and Pinacoteca di Brera's websites and social media.
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Join the new edition of Brera Musica: send us a video of your performance and choose an artwork that inspires you!
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Discover more on the 2022 edition and concerts
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DELAWARE'S GRADUATE STRING QUARTET FELLOWSHIP
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Application deadline: January 15th, 2023
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The University of Delaware School of Music and Calidore String Quartet are now accepting applications for the Graduate String Quartet Fellowship, beginning in Fall 2023. This fully funded opportunity is for pre-formed string quartets whose members do not already hold a Master of Music in Performance.
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The Graduate String Quartet will work closely with Calidore Quartet during their two-year program. The Fellowship award includes full tuition remission and a generous stipend renewable for two years.
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FONDAZIONE I TEATRI | LA CASA DEL QUARTETTO
June 5th - 17th, 2023 — Reggio Emilia (Italy)
Application deadline: February 5th, 2023
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With the aim of offering opportunities for professional growth, further training, knowledge, Fondazione I Teatri issues a call for the 4th Edition of the project Casa del Quartetto. Artistic Residency Program for young string quartets.
The project envisages a residency in Reggio Emilia from June 5th to June 17th, 2023, the programme of which consists of study activities with the tutor and music director Maestro Francesco Filidei, with the members of the Quatuor Danel and the Bennewitz Quartet, with the composers Kostas Zisimopoulos and Maria Vincenza Cabizza, independent study activities and public concerts.
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The recipients of the residency are string quartets of all nationalities, with priority given to ensembles whose individual age does not exceed 34 years.
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VIBRE! BORDEAUX STRING QUARTET
FESTIVAL AND RESIDENCY
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May 27th - June 4th, 2023 — Bordeaux (France)
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Application deadline: February 10th, 2023
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The residency of Vibre! 2023 Bordeaux String Quartet Festival includes masterclasses with the Modigliani and Jerusalem quartets, professional recordings, workshops and concerts.
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The residency is open to string quartets of all nationalities, whose members are under 35 years of age as of May 27th, 2023.
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MASTERCLASSES & ACADEMIES
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The masterclasses are listed in chronological order of application deadline
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VERBIER FESTIVAL ACADEMY
July 9th - 31st, 2023 — Verbier (Switzerland)
Application deadline: January 19th, 2023
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The Academy searches the world for the most promising pianists, violinists, violists, cellists and chamber music ensembles to become students of its Soloists & Ensembles Programme.
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Eight from each solo discipline and two ensembles are selected for three weeks of mentorship and coaching by a faculty that is second to none.
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Musicians of all nationalities may apply. Ensembles must be aged 22 to 30 as of 1 July 2023.
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The Stauffer Academy in Cremona offers an exclusive instrument masterclass program, bringing together some of the most appreciated and influential artists and teachers of the international music scene.
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March 7th - 12th, 2023 | Vitkoria Mullova & Matthew Barley - Strings and Improvisation
Application deadline: January 14th, 2023
What does it mean to be a complete musician in the 21st century? This unique course will examine many aspects of this question including interpretation, improvisation, sound and communication.
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March 30th - 31st, 2023 | Maisky Trio - Piano Trio Masterclass
Application deadline: February 2nd, 2023
A unique opportunity for piano trio ensembles to delve into the chamber music repertoire with the Maisky Trio, formed by legendary cellist Mischa Maisky along with his children, pianist Lily and violinist Sascha.
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April 3rd - 6th, 2023 | Michael Barenboim - Violin & Chamber Music Masterclass
Application deadline: February 10th, 2023
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Michael Barenboim’s masterclass will give his students the opportunity to discover the importance of chamber music in the solo repertoire.
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May 15th - 19th, 2023 | Elena Urioste - Music & Mindfulness
Application deadline: March 27th, 2023
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An innovative program that combines body, mind, breath and music through yoga and meditation. The purpose of this masterclass is the exploration of “mindful movement,” alignment, working on one’s breath and self-awareness.
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MASTERCLASS WITH ECKART RUNGE
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February 23rd - 25th, 2023 — Albugnano (Italy)
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Application deadline: February 4th, 2023
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The Association Il Camerificio organizes a masterclass for string quartets, string trios and cello solo, with a final concert, in the beautiful setting of Enoteca regionale dell’Albugnano.
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The masterclass is open to musicians of all ages and nationalities.
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For further information on the masterclass, the fees, and to submit your application
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PROQUARTET PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
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ProQuartet has been providing professional training and support programmes for chamber music ensembles since 1987. Courses take place in Paris, ending with one or several concerts. In addition, the programme includes workshops, concerts and outreach activities.
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February 27th - March 3rd, 2023 | Jana Kuss – violinist, primaria of the Kuss Quartet
Venue: Goethe-Institut – Paris
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April 24th - 28th, 2023 | Oliver Wille – violinist, member of the Kuss Quartet
Venue: Bibliothèque musicale La Grange – Fleuret, Paris
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June 5th - 9th, 2023 | Christophe Coin – professor, cellist Quatuor Mosaïques
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Venue: Goethe-Institut – Paris
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ACCADEMIA FILARMONICA DEL MEDITERRANEO
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VIOLA AND CHAMBER MUSIC MASTERCLASS
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May 4th - 9th, 2023 — Trani (Italy)
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Application deadline: March 10th, 2023
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The masterclass with M° Simone Gramaglia, violist of Quartetto di Cremona, is open to violists of every age and nationality, and the programme for classes is free.
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Students attending the masterclass have the possibility to perform at the final concerts as soloists with orchestra.
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The competitions are listed in chronological order of application deadline
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AMERICAN VIRTUOSO
INTERNATIONAL MUSIC COMPETITION
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Application deadline: January 10th, 2023
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The 2022-2023 American Virtuoso International Music Competition (AVIMC) Winter Edition: Through the Eras is open to musicians of any nationality.
AVIMC offers Winners Recital in Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, and all contestants will receive complimentary masterclass opportunities with adjudicators in different categories.
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KAROL SZYMANOWSKI
INTERNATIONAL MUSIC COMPETITION
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September 4th - 22nd, 2023 — Katowice (Poland)
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Application deadline: January 31st, 2023
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Szymanowski Competition returns for the second edition with a prize pool of €300.000, a star-studded jury, and an inspiring repertoire this can be a turning point in the careers of its winners.
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The performing competition will take place in September 2023 in the inspiring surroundings of the Karol Szymanowski Academy of Music and the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra in Katowice.
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INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION OF POLISH MUSIC
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July 2nd - 9th, 2023 — Rzeszów (Poland)
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Application deadline: February 15th, 2023
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The International Competition of Polish Music promotes the vast legacy of the nineteenth and twentieth century Polish music. The Competition is divided into two distinct categories: one intended for pianists and one for chamber music ensembles.
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There are no age or citizenship restrictions.
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The qualified participants will have provided accommodation and meals during the competition. The cost of travel to and back from Rzeszów, Poland will be reimbursed.
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Application deadline: February 21st, 2023
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The International Music Competition "Grand Prize Virtuoso" invites participants to submit video materials for the jury audition. The recordings should be a fair representation of the contestants' abilities. A selected group of winners will receive an invitation to perform at the winner's concert.
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37th Brussels "Grand Prize Virtuoso" International Chamber Music competition
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Winners' concert at Centre for Fine Arts of Brussels on April 21st and 22nd, 2023
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38th London "Grand Prize Virtuoso" International Chamber Music competition
Winners' concert at the Elgar Room, Royal Albert Hall on April 27th and 28th, 2023
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TRONDHEIM INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER MUSIC COMPETITION FOR PIANO TRIOS
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September 26th –30th, 2023 — Trondheim (Norway)
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Application deadline: April 20th, 2023
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Trondheim International Chamber Music Competition & Academy focus especially on advanced student ensembles and young professional ensembles, and is open for chamber ensembles from all over the world.
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All rounds of the competition will be in the Free Mason Hall: a beautiful hall with perfectly suited acoustics for chamber music.
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Applications will be accepted from musicians of all nationalities with combined maximum age of the trio members as of 26th of September 2023 not exceeding 90 years. Lodging and meals will be provided for the selected piano trios.
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GENEVA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC COMPETITION
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October 23rd –November 4th, 2023 — Geneva (Switzerland)
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Application deadline: April 20th, 2023
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Founded in 1939, the Geneva Competition is one of the world’s leading international music competitions. It aims at discovering, promoting and supporting young talented artists, giving them the necessary tools to launch an international career.
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The awards include cash prizes, concerts, recordings and workshops.
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Plan your next residency to gather and study in a peaceful and inspiring landscape!
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Château de Lassus is a historic castle surrounded by a beautiful park, which allows visitors to come into direct contact with nature; an authentic, peaceful, isolated and regenerating place.
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PALAZZO BRANCADORO
Fermo (Italy)
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Palazzo Brancadoro, that rises in the medieval streets of the historic center of Fermo, dates back to the end of the 17th century, precisely to 1669.
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Villa Iachia is a historic house from the eighteenth century protected by the Belle Arti, which opens the doors of this “corner of paradise” to provide a unique and charming holiday in its rooms full of history.
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YOUR MUSIC IN OUR PLAYLIST OF THE MONTH
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Do you have any recording on Spotify that you wish to share with us? We would be happy to listen to your recordings and present your ensemble and your music in our monthly newsletter in the section "Playlist of the Month".
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You shall choose 10 pieces from your recordings on Spotify and send them to us. Our artistic director, Simone Gramaglia, each month will select the playlists and add a brief presentation to it.
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