- Summit Music Festival

Summit
Music
Festival
26th Season
July 24–August 14, 2016
Manhattanville College
Purchase, New York
www.summitmusicfestival.org
Intensive Seminars first week
Sunday, July 24 to Sunday, July 31, 2016
These seminars are ideal for highly motivated students who wish
to develop and perfect their individual technical ability and solo
performance confidence in a demanding, inspiring, and goaloriented environment. Judging from past experience, the results
are transformational. The program consists of 5 days of classes
(see descriptions below) and the students are expected to perform at
the completion of the program on Saturday, July 30th.
Summit Music Festival, with its long tradition of inspiring
young musicians to realize their potential and achieve
professional milestones, invites you to join our 26th Season.
As the largest and most comprehensive event of this kind in the
New York Metro area, participants from more than 20 different
countries have the opportunity to work and learn from faculty
and guest artists of the highest caliber, amidst an atmosphere
of friendship and mentoring. The successful integration of the
Asian, European, and American methods creates the inviting
ambiance where musicians from all over the world develop
a network of associations
vital to their professional
development and career path.
Founders, Efrem Briskin and
David Krieger, along with
the SMF Board of Directors
are excited about our
continued collaboration with
Manhattanville College as our
festival home. In addition to
the traditional individual and ensemble training, some highlights
of the 26th season include:
•Aaron Rosand Intensive Violin Program
•Intensive Seminar for Cello, Violin, or Piano
•Double Bass Program
•Music Technology classes
•Many Master Classes and Special Events with renowned artists
such as Aaron Rosand & Ray Chen (violin), Larry Dutton (viola)
Fred Sherry & Lynn Harrell (cello), Alexander Kobrin & Anthony
Newman (piano), and many more—visit our website for more
details.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION Program
Summit Music Festival is coordinating with Manhattanville
College and the Bridge Language Center to provide an
English language program for Festival participants.
Please visit our website for further details.
Violin
Victor Danchenko and Herbert Greenberg
integrate two of the world’s great violin
traditions using a team approach. Students
will have the opportunity to incorporate the
methodical, intensely involved approach of the
“grand Russian” tradition along with utilizing
the practical problem solving, goal-oriented
American approach.
Topics include:
•Build Up Techniques: Set up/Scales/Etudes
•Concertos: Preparation for orchestra
performance and competitions
•Sonatas: Listening and Collaborating
•Unaccompanied works and show pieces
•Auditions: How to prepare and master
orchestral and college auditions
Cello
Led by Jeffrey Solow (Temple University) and
Jesús Castro-Balbi (TCU School of Music).
Emphasis on developing strong technical
foundation based on proper posture and
efficient movement.
Topics include:
•Focus on techniques from basic skills
(scales, arpeggios) to complex (various
levels of etudes)
•Develop solo and unaccompanied works
for performance
•Explore the role of the cello in ensemble
from sonatas to concertos
PIANO
Alexander Braginsky, along with Pavel
Nersessian, will focus on developing and
reinforcing technical skills for convincing
interpretation and a successful performance.
Pianists will work on fundamentals (scales
and arpeggios) to the complex (advanced
etudes), incorporating the art and knowledge of
interpretation and mental preparation required
for performances. Participants are advised
to follow and prepare specific repertoire and
be ready to learn and apply concepts covered
between sessions. Visit our website for required
repertoire and other details of this seminar.
Victor Danchenko
Herbert Greenberg
Jeffrey Solow
Jesús Castro-Balbi
Alexander Braginsky
Pavel Nersessian
www.summitmusicfestival.org
Aaron Rosand Intensive Violin Program
Full Program second and third weeks
Sunday, July 31 to Sunday, August 14, 2016
Geared for high school, college, and young professionals, this
program gives students the opportunity to concentrate on
their solo work. Individual practice and performance skills are
emphasized through mentoring, demonstrations, and guidance by
our dedicated faculty.
The full program consists of:
•Music technology course
focusing on audio and video
•Individual Lessons
recording and production
•Festival and/or Chamber
•Performance Opportunities—
Orchestras (see description)
Solo Galas and Play-ins
•Chamber Music Program
•Daily
Special Events—
OR Piano Four Hands (see
Lectures, Seminars, Master
description)
Classes, and Concerts by
•Internationally-Recognized
distinguished faculty and
Concerto Competition
guest artists.
•Master Classes
Double Bass Program
Sunday, July 31 to Sunday, August 14, 2016
Our new DOUBLE BASS PROGRAM,
led by Eugene Levinson, will offer a highly
concentrated study for aspiring bassists.
The program consists of three classes per week
Eugene Levinson
for two hour sessions dealing with technique,
orchestral repertoire, and the interpretation of solo literature. In
addition, participants have access to all the other festival activities.
Orchestra Program
Sunday, July 31 to Sunday, August 14, 2016
THE FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA is where all the
elements of music making culminate in a grand
performance event. The orchestra will study and
perform some of the most inspiring works of
the vast literature under the direction of Yoram Yoram Youngerman
Youngerman. The final concert on will feature the Junior Division
First Prize winner of the 2016 Mary Smart Concerto Competition.
THE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA, a more intimate
ensemble, consists of students selected for
their technical and musical achievement. The
chamber orchestra will study and explore
elements that combine individual virtuosity in
an ensemble setting. Under the direction of
Eduard Schmieder, they will perform some of
the most challenging repertoire of the orchestral Eduard Schmeider
literature. The final concert, will feature the Senior Division First
Prize winner of the 2016 Mary Smart Concerto Competition.
Christina Khimm, Director
This violin study program is offered to
highly qualified students. Legendary
violinist, Aaron Rosand, professor of
violin at The Curtis Institute of Music
and The Mannes College of Music offers
his reflections on violin practice and
Aaron Rosand
performance in the Grand Tradition. Maestro
Rosand will work individually with students in the AuerHeifetz manner; attended by others. Students can select either
a two week program (July 31 to August 14) or a three week
program (July 24 to August 14)
Program Includes:
•Open discussion on
•Eligibility to participate
development of individual
in all festival activities
sound, style, and interpretations such as the Mary Smart
with special attention given to
Concerto Competition,
technical problems.
Student Gala Concerts,
•Career advice and consultations. Master Classes, Chamber
Music, and Orchestra
Chamber Music Program
Sunday, July 31 to Sunday, August 14, 2016
The CHAMBER MUSIC PROGRAM focuses on developing
ensemble performance skills under the guidance of our esteemed
and dedicated faculty. The best prepared groups will perform
in the final weekend of the Festival. This program is open to all
instrumentalists enrolled in any of the two-week programs (Full
Program, Aaron Rosand Program, or Double Bass Program).
Program Includes:
•Two coaching sessions per week •Open to students enrolled in
by assigned faculty member
the Individual Instrumental
Program for an additional
•Daily rehearsals
fee ($275 per person)
•Prepare one or more movements
of a piece for performance
Vocal Program
The vocal program, led by Shirley Love, Mikhail Svetlov
and Kelly Sawatsky offers study in the repertoire of opera,
oratorio, and the art song in a variety of languages. This program
combines the intensive study of vocal technique and repertoire
with regular workshop classes in which students perform in front
of a group of colleagues. Students will have the opportunity to
perform in the festival student concerts and will have a season
pass to attend all other festival events, including concerts, master
classes, and lectures. See session dates and fees under Tuition & Fees
section.
www.summitmusicfestival.org
The Mary Smart Concerto Competition
Sunday, August 7, 2016
Summit Music Festival’s annual concerto competition offers
students a special challenge and an opportunity for public
recognition. The competition is open to all registered students
in the two week or three week program and who fully participate
in the festival. There are two divisions: Senior Division (age 16-35)
or Junior Division (under age 16). See website for additional
information.
SCHOLARSHIP Program
Merit and need based financial aid is available for tuition assistance
and includes a WORK STUDY component. Recipients of scholarship
funds are required to fully participate in the festival and play
in at least one orchestra. Applicants are required to complete a
separate FINANCIAL AID application. For more information and
applications, please visit www.summitmusicfestival.org or contact us
at [email protected]
INTRODUCING NEW BENEFIT for Students
For those students struggling to cover their program costs, Summit
Music Festival is implementing a new “self-fundraising” program
as another way to subsidize their expenses. The registration process
will include an online peer-to-peer fundraising component. Accepted
applicants will have the opportunity to create a personal page which
they can email to family and friends and ask for support to attend
Summit Music Festival. For every $2 raised by a student, Summit
Music Festival will credit the student’s expenses by $1. For example,
if a student raises $1,000, the student will receive $500 towards their
account and $500 goes to our general scholarship fund. This new
program will not only help more students attend, but also ensures
that Summit Music Festival will continue its mission for many
years to come. For more information about this program and how
it works, visit our website Donate page.
NEW Online Registration Process
Our new registration process will enable applicants to select the
appropriate programs and enter required information quickly. Each
applicant will be directed to the Summit Music Festival Application
Center to complete the application process. They will be provided
with a personal web page to upload their YouTube Audition videos
and a resume. Please feel free to contact us with any questions about
the application process at [email protected]. Additional
support and information will be posted on our website.
We would like to give special
thanks to our Master of
Ceremonies, Robert Sherman,
for supporting Summit Music
Festival for so many years.
Pictured: Robert Sherman and
Tania Ahuja, Chairman of the Board,
at the 25th Anniversary Gala
Tuition & Fees
First Week Intensive Seminars
Sun., July 24–Sun., July 31, 2016
Cello & Violin Tuition: $1,000
Piano Tuition: $850
room & board fees
One week: $750
Two weeks: $1,500
Three weeks: $2,200
Full Program
Weeks Two and Three
Sun., July 31–Sun., August 14, 2016
Tuition: $1,500
(Chamber Music–additional fee of $275)
Application Fee
A $100 non-refundable application
fee ($125 after May 15, 2016) must
accompany your application or you will
not be considered for registration in
the program.
Three-Week Program
First Week Intensive Seminars
plus Full Program
Weeks Two and Three
Sun., July 24–Sun., August 14, 2016
Cello & Violin Tuition: $2,350
Piano Tuition: $2,200
(Chamber Music–additional fee of $275)
Additional lessons available for extra fees
Tuition Deposit
Upon acceptance to the program, 50%
of the tuition is due to hold your place
in the program.
aaron rosand Program
Three week program
Sun., July 24–Sun., August 14, 2016
Tuition: $3,000
TWO week program
Sun., July 31–Sun., August 14, 2016
Tuition: $2,000
double bass Program
two week program
Sun., July 31–Sun., August 14, 2016
Tuition: $1,500
vocal Program
One week program
Sun., July 24–Sun., July 31, 2016
Tuition: $815
TWO week program
Sun., July 24–Sun., August 7, 2016
Tuition: $1,625
Balance of tuition and room & board
fees must be received no later than
July 1, 2016.
Additional Fees
Tuition Supplement: Certain professors
indicated by an asterisk [*] require an
additional fee. For more information,
please contact us.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellations made prior to June 15,
2016 are entitled to a full refund.
Cancellations made June 15 through
July 1 will result in a $150 cancellation
fee. Cancellations after July 1, 2016 are
not entitled to a refund. Payments must
be in US dollars, payable to the Summit
Music Festival, Inc. and drawn on a
United States bank. Money orders from
a US bank are also accepted. We also
accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.
APPLICATIONS must be submitted
online through our website. If you need
assistance with your application or you
have any questions, please email us at
[email protected]. Our
phone number is 914-747-2020
Three week program
Sun., July 24–Sun., August 14, 2016
Tuition: $2,150
www.summitmusicfestival.org
Summit Music Festival Faculty
VIOLIN
piano
Aaron Rosand,
Honorary Chairman*
Dmitri Berlinsky*
Victor Danchenko*
Olivier Fluchaire, Viola
Cyrus Forough
Alexander Gilman
Simon Gollo
Herbert Greenberg
Bela Horvath, Viola
Christina Khimm
Chin Kim
Mikhail Kopelman
Lara Lev
Quinton Morris
Aiman Mussakhajayeva
Felix Olschofka
Elena Peres
Victor Pikayzen*
Anna Rabinova,
Maria Radicheva
Kazunori Sato
Eduard Schmieder*
Kazuhiro Takagi
Irina Tseitlin*
Linda Veleckis Nussbaum
Mingen Zhou
Arkady Aronov*
Hayk Arsenyan
Alexander Braginsky
Efrem Briskin
Lydia Boguslavsky
Matthew Cameron
I-Chen Chen
Marian Hahn
Ilya Itin
Phillip Kawin*
Adam Kent
Alexander Kobrin
Vladislav Kovalsky
Flora Lu Kuan
Gloria Lin
Albert Lotto
Fang Luo
Massimiliano Mainolfi
Susan Merdinger
Maxim Mogilevsky
Daria Monastirsky
Vadim Monastirsky
Victoria Mushkatkol
Pavel Nersessian*
Anthony Newman
Irina Nuzova
Tamara Orlovsky
Mark Pakman
Tatiana Pikayzen
Tamara Poddubnaya
Olga Rumshevich
Henri-Paul Sicsic
Inesa Sinkevych
Pei Sun
Kyoko Tatsumi
Elena Tatulian
Vladimir Viardo*
Peter Vinograde
Mikhail Yanovitsky
VIOLa
Lawrence Dutton*
Misha Galaganov, Violin
Vladimir Khalikulov
Michael Klotz, Violin
Richard Young*
Yoram Youngerman
Cello
Jesús Castro-Balbi
Emanuel Gruber
Lynn Harrell*
Bongshin Ko
David Krieger
Inna Nassidze
Arkady Orlovsky
Fred Sherry*
Jeffrey Solow
Andrey Tchekmazov
double bass
Eugene Levinson
Dennis Masuzzo
harpsichord
Jean Newton
woodwinds
Arnold Irchai, Bassoon
Geoffrey Kidde, Flute
Julian Milkis, Clarinet
David Whiteside, Flute
Voice
Shirley Love
Kelly Sawatsky
Mikhail Svetlov
orchestra conductors
Eduard Schmieder
Chamber Orchestra
Yoram Youngerman
Festival Orchestra
Visit our redesigned, interactive website for up-to-date information
on all our Festival events and learn how you can participate, volunteer,
and support the Summit Music Festival mission for 2016 and beyond.
www.summitmusicfestival.org