If you are between the ages of 12 and 18 and play violin, viola, cello, or bass you are invited to join a special summer workshop coached by violinist/violist Meg Eldridge.
Chamber music is the classical music equivalent of a rock band (but without the singing): There’s no conductor and each member of the group is responsible for their own part.
If you’re used to playing in an orchestra – or if you’re new to playing with people other than your teacher – get ready for a great new experience where your group members are in charge of making everything happen the way you want it to.
PROGRAM FORMAT
The workshop meets weekly for 90 minutes for four weeks.
For the first three weeks you’ll learn and rehearse a composition from the standard chamber music repertoire while also developing the skills you need to collaborate without a conductor.
At your fourth meeting, you’ll have a final run-through and then perform for each other and invited guests.
COACH
Your coach is violinist/violist Meg Eldridge, a member of Marin Symphony and Santa Rosa Symphony with extensive experience in playing and coaching chamber music with both adults and teens.
DATES
June 2026
August 2026
The exact schedule will be built around the availability of all participants.
FEES AND FINANCIAL AID
The participation fee is $252. Financial assistance is available to qualified applicants. You do not need to be currently enrolled at Marin Community Music School to participate.
No payment is required until the meeting schedule has been established.
For more information, please contact info@marincommunitymusicschool.org.
To register, please complete this form.