Participants are selected through audition from throughout the United States and abroad. Individuals, those not applying as a full quartet, are carefully placed in compatible ensembles based on musicianship and experience. Driving time to this central Maine location is three and a half hours from Boston and one hour and fifteen minutes from Portland. The famous lobster and clambake will be included during the workshop. Linens and maid service are provided during the week.
Special consideration is given to string quartets applying as units.
A limited number of partial scholarships may be awarded. Preregistration is required and forms may be requested by writing to the address below or printing the Preregistration Form below and mailing it to the address indicated. This deposit will be credited to tuition upon acceptance and refunded only if application is not accepted. Participants are selected and placed in quartets on the basis of application letters of interest, resumes, and, for new applicants, an audition tape containing two contrasting excerpts no longer than 10 minutes total time. Audition tape if new applicant.