A summer at Kneisel Hall represents a significant opportunity to study with superb faculty and celebrated guest artists in an environment particularly well-suited for the serious student of chamber music. At the beginning of the summer and again at mid-session, students are placed in at least two ensembles. Each group receives two hours of coaching weekly, and the ensembles have daily rehearsals, with repertoire including both classical and modern works.
Faculty members are available for individual work with students at no extra charge.
One or two evenings a week, students attend and participate in master classes given by resident and guest artists. In addition to performing in the two series of Young Artist Concerts which are very well attended by the community, students also participate in local outreach programs. Many parents make it a point to visit the campus during the Young Artist Concerts to share in the excitement of the performances. Each Friday evening and Sunday afternoon, Kneisel Hall presents its public Festival Concerts performed by faculty and distinguished guest artists. These concerts are an immensely valuable part of the course of study.