Violin & Viola Masterclasses

Next date: September 23 – October 1, 2027

Teaching is the most natural way to pass on knowledge, experience and passion.
During these violin and viola masterclasses, six world-renowned artists will share their technical expertise, experience and artistic values with promising young talents.
All lessons are open to the public. You can attend, learn alongside the students and experience the music first-hand.

Further information for students regarding the auditions, lessons, final concerts and accommodation options will be published on this website from December 2026 onwards.

At a Glance

FacultyVadim Gluzman, Boris Kuschnir, Mihaela Martin, Midori (Violin) 
Ettore Causa, Nils Mönkemeyer (Viola)
EligibilityViolin and viola students 
(Age limit for active participants: 28 years, born in 1999 or later)
Application PeriodMarch 9 – June 1, 2027
Notification of Acceptance/RejectionBy June 15, 2027
Registration Fee€300
Cancellation Fee€50 for cancellations made by June 1, 2027; no refunds will be issued for cancellations after this date.
Lesson Fee€80 per 45-minute lesson
Arrival & RegistrationSeptember 23, 2027
Live Audition & ResultsSeptember 24, 2027
Public MasterclassesSeptember 25 – 29, 2027
Final ConcertsSeptember 29, 2027 (3:00 PM, Casals Forum, Carl Bechstein Hall) 
Final Recital "Discoveries": Accompanists and participants of the violin and viola masterclasses. 

September 30, 2027 (7:45 PM, Casals Forum, Grand Hall) 
Prizewinners' Concert: Participants of the violin and viola masterclasses, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra Heilbronn
DepartureOctober 1, 2027

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