The courses are open to music students as well as professional musicians. Passive participation as an auditor is also possible.

No, neither an audition nor recordings are required. Participants are selected by the professors based on the information provided in the application form (current teacher, repertoire, etc.). In rare exceptional cases, active participation may not be possible. However, we always try to find an individual solution. After the application deadline, all applicants will be informed about participation as soon as possible.

All active participants receive a total of four lessons.

Yes, the lessons are distributed throughout the course period. The exact schedule is determined by the respective professors.

Usually, lessons take place within one course. In exceptional cases, lessons may be divided between two professors. The requested names should then be indicated in the application form. Participation in two courses is also possible upon prior arrangement.

Yes, passive participants may attend all courses and listen to the lessons as well as the concerts.

In this case, we try to find individual solutions, for example by dividing lessons between two professors.

Yes, participation of junior students is possible if they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. The Summer Academy assumes no liability of any kind.

Registration for a chamber music course in advance is only possible for already existing ensembles. However, if new groups form spontaneously on site in Cervo, individual chamber music lessons may also be booked, depending on availability.We are also happy when students come together and make music together outside of the lessons.

No confirmation is sent upon receipt of payment. If we do not receive your payment by the stated deadline, we will contact you with a reminder.

- Registration fee: € 60 (non-refundable) - Active participation fee: € 430 / passive participation: € 160 - Chamber music: one course fee plus the corresponding number of registration fees depending on group size - Accommodation: € 380 (payment details will follow). -> Meals are not included in the price. Participants are responsible for their own meals in the apartments.

Application deadline: June 30 Notification of active participation: from the second week of July Payment of the course fee: by July 31 at the latest

The registration fee must be transferred upon registration, the course fee by July 31 at the latest. Payment is possible only via bank transfer – online payment services such as PayPal or Venmo cannot be accepted. In case of cancellation by the participant, the registration fee is non-refundable. A partial refund of the course fee may be possible depending on the date of cancellation.

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Please make sure to include the participant’s full first and last name in the payment reference.

No separate payment confirmation will be sent. If no payment has been received by the respective deadline, we will contact you with a reminder in due time.

After the end of the Summer Academy, all participants will receive a confirmation listing participation and paid fees.

Unfortunately, no scholarships are currently available. However, if a confirmation of admission is needed in advance in order to submit it to your university or a scholarship program, we will gladly provide one.

No, the meals will be prepared by the students in their apartments. Supermarkets and restaurants are within walking distance.

Practice rooms are available. Due to limited capacity, we kindly ask participants to be considerate and share the rooms fairly.

Accommodation is organized in shared apartments in Cervo, usually in double or multi-bed rooms. Participants may also arrange their own accommodation. Those who prefer to stay in a hotel organize booking and payment independently. The office should be informed accordingly.

We advise against shortening the duration of the course. However, if unavoidable, the Summer Academy must be informed in advance.

Unfortunately not. Accommodation costs are fixed in agreement with the landlords and apply regardless of the actual length of stay.

We recommend traveling by train to Diano. On the arrival day, students usually meet at the station and share a taxi to Cervo.

Yes, for string instruments, a collaborative pianist is available for two lessons.

Yes, accompanying persons must register as passive participants if they wish to attend lessons other than those of their own child.

Yes, this is possible depending on availability. Please indicate such requests early in the registration process.

No, solo parts are voluntary. The selection of soloists takes place during the course through an internal audition.

Participation in the chamber orchestra is mandatory for all string players. Solo parts are voluntary. The soloists are selected during the academy through an internal audition.

Reservations can be made by e-mail. Tickets can be picked up at the evening box office and must be paid in cash.

The concert programme will be published on the website from the beginning of August.