Chamber Music Academy 2026

As part of our celebration of chamber music, the Singapore Chamber Music Festival will include a Chamber Music Academy which provides educational elements for amateur groups young and not so young. Such developmental opportunities and the gathering of musicians for a chamber music festival are key to nurturing a culture of lifelong music-making among friends. 

The Chamber Music Academy is split into two weeks: amateur and community ensembles are encouraged to apply for the first week of coaching (25 March to 30 March), while the Advanced Quartet Program (AQP) takes place in second week (31 March to 5 April), specially tailored for pre-conservatory and conservatory-level string quartets. 

The AQP is an intensive week-long programme targeted at pre-conservatory and conservatory-level string quartets. Designed for those with a serious ongoing interest in chamber music, AQP participants will go through a rigorous schedule of study with world-renowned chamber musicians in a uniquely supportive environment. Participating quartets focus on one to two major works while learning the art of working together as a string quartet. The AQP culminates in a showcase concert, providing these ensembles with a valuable opportunity to refine their artistry and present their work on a prominent platform. Places for AQP are limited and submitted applications will go through a selection process. Selected quartets will be notified by email. ASEAN and International quartets are welcome to apply for the AQP.