Ensemble intercontemporain – Fuori dalle Corde

Fuori dalle Corde
An exclusive contemporary music workshops with the soloists from Ensemble intercontemporain, one of the most important heralds of contemporary repertories in the world. During the EIC residency, students will be able to work with leading experts in contemporary repertoire through a series of masterclasses, ensemble rehearsals, and concert opportunities with faculty, studying the languages of today’s music and performance techniques.

Duration: 5 days

Period: dates are indicative and are subjected to changes

The course is open to violinists, violists, cellists and double bassists from Italy and abroad, either solo or in chamber ensembles.

Age limit: 35 years

Level of training:

• Bachelor or Master Degree
• Students of higher courses and candidates who, regardless of their qualifications, meet exceptional requirements may also be admitted.

Language: English

Application mode: through the “Apply” section of this page. Applications sent by email or transmitted through other channels will not be accepted.

Required documents:

• copy of a valid identity document
• copy of degree, if in possession (or equivalent certificate)
• curriculum vitae
• receipt of payment of administrative fee

Administrative fee:

A fixed administrative fee of €50.00 by bank transfer (net of any currency and commission charges) is required to finalize the application. Full details on how to proceed with payment can be found in the full application regulations (downloadable below).

The fee is non-refundable.

The admission exam consists of a video audition. The candidate must create a link to a YouTube video, to be included in the application form, specifying in the description the program performed. At this link you can find all the directions for making a video that meets all the requirements.

Program
A piece of your choice, for solo instrument or with accompaniment, written after 1955.

The course is entirely free of charge.

However, it should be noted that students are responsible for their own costs relating to travel, accommodation and board in Cremona, as well as other personal expenses.

The course may be attended by a limited number of auditors, who will be admitted at the sole discretion of the Professor.

For any information regarding enrollment in the Academy’s study programs, please write to accademia@stauffer.org.