July 8-15, 2023

Conservatory Summer Institute: String is filled with meaningful musical experiences and opportunities to build relationships with BW Conservatory Faculty and other talented young musicians. Students will tackle challenging, mature string repertoire under the mentorship and guidance of experienced string faculty. In addition, workshops and masterclasses regarding string improvisation and jazz studies will be offered.

CSI String applications are due May 26, 2023.

Sample Curriculum

  • Daily string ensemble rehearsals
  • Daily small-group sectionals
  • Chamber ensemble rehearsals
  • Daily Dalcroze Eurhythmics classes
  • Two, 45-minute private lessons on primary instrument
  • Career Exploration workshops

CSI: String participants have the option to add on the Audition Preparation Program and/or the Composition Institute Emphasis to the core curriculum.

Questions? Reach out to us at sap@bw.edu.

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CSI: String Institute Director

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DOUG DROSTE

Director of Orchestral Studies

M.M., Texas Tech University

B.M.Ed., The Ohio State University

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CSI: String Institute Applied Faculty

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KHARI JOYNER

Assistant Professor of Cello

D.M.A., The Julliard School
M.M., The Julliard School
B.M., The Julliard School

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JULIAN ROSS

Chair, Strings Department
Professor of Violin

D.M.A., Rutgers University
M.M., Eastman School of Music
B.M., University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music

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CAROL ROSS

Instructor of Violin

M.M., Hartt School of Music
B.M., University of Memphis

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BARTON SAMUEL ROTBERG

Lecturer of Violin

D.M.A., Michigan State University
M.M., DePaul University
B.M., Peabody Conservatory of Music

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