Global String Program

Learn from some of the world’s leading string virtuosos and educators. Under the direction of David Wallace, chair of Berklee’s String Department, you’ll explore in-depth a wide variety of string styles, including folk, jazz, bluegrass, classical, old-time, and Celtic. Master your technique on violin, viola, cello, mandolin, harp, banjo, and more. You’ll study with instructors in small class settings and explore new musical styles and techniques under expert guidance.

Read a Q&A with program director David Wallace.

2018 Program Information

Program length:	Five days
Program dates:	Monday, June 25–Friday, June 29, 2018
Registration fee:	$50*
Tuition:	$1,265
Housing:	$875
Housing prepayment:	$100*
Move in starting:	Monday, June 25 at 8:00 a.m.
Move out by:	Friday, June 29 at 7:00 p.m.
Age range:	15 years and older

*Nonrefundable and nontransferable. Program information subject to change.

Musical Preparation and Placement

Below is a list of items you should be prepared to bring:

Your instrument, rosin, and bow
Writing utensils (pens, pencils, erasers)
Notebook
Staff paper
Sheet music (if distributed in advance)
Spare strings
Metronome
Shoulder rests
Rock stops
Any effects pedals you wish to use in jams or open mic night.
Portable recording device

Though not required, you are permitted to bring laptops, computers, tablets, etc. Wireless internet and electrical outlet plugs are provided throughout the campus. Please keep in mind that it is your responsibility to keep your items safe. Berklee is not responsible for the loss of these items.

Sample Curriculum

As a participant in the Global String Program, you’ll become a part of Berklee’s thriving, creative String Department for a full week. You’ll get the same Berklee experience that fostered musicians like Sierra Hull, Casey Driessen, and national fiddle champions Luke Price and Alex Hargreaves. Expand your musical horizons, and discover new performance possibilities as a string player. The curriculum will include the following:

Small Ensembles

You will play in a small ensemble coached by a Berklee faculty member who is an expert in the specific style the ensemble will study (e.g., Arabic, bluegrass, Celtic, jazz, pop, etc.).

Improvisation Workshop

You will rotate through improvisation workshops in various styles and receive coaching from various faculty each day.

Theory-in-Action Labs

You will receive hands-on instruction in ear training and applying theory through your instrument. To build knowledge sequentially, you will have the same group and faculty instructor each day.

Large Ensemble

You will participate in a large ensemble, rehearsing a variety of repertoire and performing in the Berklee Performance Center.

Faculty Clinics

Berklee faculty will host clinics focusing on career skills, performance techniques, and a diverse array of styles.

Jam Sessions

Each night, current Berklee students, faculty, and summer program students get together for jam sessions organized to focus on different styles (e.g., old-time, swing, free improvisation, classical, etc.).

Sample Schedule

Please note: the following schedule and course descriptions are only a sample and are subject to change. You will receive personalized schedules on the first day of the program.

Monday–Thursday	Activities
7:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m.	Check-in
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m	Small ensembles or theory-in-action and improvisation labs
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.	Faculty clinic
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.	Lunch break
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.	Small ensembles or theory-in-action and improvisation labs
4:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m.	Large ensemble
5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.	Dinner break
7:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m.	Evening concert by faculty or students
9:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.	Jam sessions hosted by faculty
Friday	Activities
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.	Instrumental master classes
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.	Lunch break
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.	Soundcheck
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.	Small ensembles concert
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.	Campus tours/move out

Instructors

The Global String Program offers participants the opportunity to study with internationally renowned teachers with proven track records—those who have not only won their own prestigious awards, but who have taught students who have continued on to enjoy flourishing careers, whether as international recording artists or as music teachers.

The Global String Program summer faculty includes:

Faculty subject to change

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