Masterclasses
for students
Welcome to the first edition of
International String Days Amerongen!
Welcome to the first edition of International String Days Amerongen!
From June 18 to 22, you can participate in an intensive 5-day course filled with masterclasses, concerts, and relaxing activities, including an exploration of the picturesque village of Amerongen.
The program is led by renowned musicians, including Tosca Opdam (violin), Asi Matathias (violin), Lis Perry (violin), Richard Wolfe (viola), and Ella van Poucke (cello). This course offers students a valuable transition from their conservatory semester into the summer period.
Whether preparing for summer festivals, planning the fall semester, or optimizing performance for auditions and competitions, this experience provides the ideal support for musicians who wish to continue developing.
A unique opportunity you don’t want to miss!
What can you expect?
The course consists of four intensive days from June 18 to 22, 2025, offering various opportunities:
Two Masterclasses
A minimum of two masterclass sessions per student, both in individual and group settings.
The Location
Napoleonschuur, Amerongen.
The main venue for the masterclasses is the beautiful Napoleonschuur in the center of Amerongen. Details of additional locations will be shared with you once all participants have registered.
The Programme
Wednesday 18-06
10:00 – 11:00 Cello Masterclass with Ella van Poucke
11:00 – 12:00 Violin Masterclass with Elisabeth Perry
15:00 – 16:00 Violin Masterclass with Asi Matathias
16:00 – 17:00 Cello Masterclass with Ella van Poucke
17:00 – 18:00 Cello Masterclass with Ella van Poucke
Thursday 19-06
10:00 – 11:00 Violin Masterclass with Asi Matathias
11:00 – 12:00 Cello Masterclass with Ella van Poucke
12:00 – 13:00 Student Lunch Concert
16:00 – 18:00 Rehearsal with international musicians
Friday 20-06
10:00 – 11:00 Cello Masterclass with Ella van Poucke
11:00 – 12:00 Violin Masterclass with Elisabeth Perry
12:00 – 13:00 Cello Masterclass with Ella van Poucke
14:00 – 15:00 Violin Masterclass with Tosca Opdam
15:00 – 16:00 Violin Masterclass with Elisabeth Perry
16:30 – 18:30 Rehearsal with international musicians
20:00 – 22:00 Rehearsal with international musicians
Saturday 21-06
10:00 – 11:00 Violin Masterclass with Asi Matathias
11:00 – 12:00 Exhibition – Meet the Maker with Daniel Engelbach
12:00 – 13:00 Violin Masterclass with Tosca Opdam
14:00 – 16:00 Rehearsal with international musicians
16:00 – 17:00 Viola Masterclass with Richard Wolfe
17:00 – 18:00 Violin Masterclass with Elisabeth Perry
20:00 – 21:00 Student Concert
21:00 – 22:00 Rehearsal with international musicians
Sunday 22-06
11:00 – 12:00 Violin Masterclass with Tosca Opdam
12:00 – 13:00 Violin Masterclass with Elisabeth Perry
The Costs
The total cost, including all of the above-mentioned fees, is only 750 euros. This amount covers not only the participation fees but also accommodation and meals during the event. Accommodation will be provided at the Bonte Vlucht holiday park in Amerongen. To register and secure your spot, we ask for a contribution of 500 euros. The remaining amount of 250 euros can be paid at a later time. We will contact you when it's time to make the payment.
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To apply, please send a video recording along with your biography to artistsintune@gmail.com