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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 for our deserving local musicians, and the gathering of chamber musicians for a chamber music festival are key to nurturing a culture of lifelong music-making among friends.
Pre-existing or newly-formed string and wind ensembles can apply to perform in coaching sessions led by the festival’s artist faculty.
In addition to receiving a coaching session as an ensemble, participants will also get all-access passes to watch other masterclasses and workshops during the festival. Selected groups will also have a chance to perform in the gala closing festival showcase concert.
What will you learn from the Chamber Music Academy?
Experience how you can improve on your musical aspects of playing chamber music. With proper guidance, progress can be phenomenal, versus hours of repeated technical work.
Who can apply
Existing or newly formed ensembles of all ages are invited to apply.
Festival Fees
SGD$30 for application, balance SGD$170 upon confirmation. Every participant will be given access to all masterclasses and workshops in addition to TWO group coaching sessions with artist faculty.
Closing Date for applications
25 January 2026, 2359hrs
Note: Payment for registration to be made within 2 weeks of this online form submission via PayNow to Resound Collective Limited, UEN 201631412H with payment reference SCMF CMA - <your name>. Overseas applicants please contact us via email for overseas payment options.
Upon selection, confirmed groups will be required to pay the remaining fee of $170.
For more enquiries
If you have further queries, please contact us at scmf@resoundcollective.org
FAQ
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Experience how you can improve on your musical aspects of playing chamber music. With proper guidance, progress can be phenomenal, versus hours of repeated technical work.
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Each coaching session would be 2 hours long, and your ensemble as well as two others will be coached during that duration.
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Existing or newly formed ensembles (3 – 8 players) of all ages are invited to apply.
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You should apply as a chamber group. Find friends to form one, and enjoy preparing for the academy as a group!
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No. Well, maybe 8 to 88 years?
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Do reach out to us, and we will see if we can match you to any other players. If this is not possible, you are still welcome to join the SCMF as an observer.
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An ensemble should have three to eight players, with mixed instrumentation (without a conductor, of course). Strings, winds, brass and piano are welcome, but instruments should not all be the same, eg. four double basses or three flutes. If you have any questions, you may contact us at scmf@resoundcollective.org
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Please select chamber repertoire that is of a comfortable level for all your ensemble members. Works selected should be between 5 to 12 minutes long. One movement is preferred, but multiple short pieces may also be chosen provided they fit the duration specified.
We suggest that you select music that will demonstrate different aspects of chamber music ability.
The music selected should be from the classical chamber genre, in the broadest sense, and written for the given instrumental combination. Arrangements or transcriptions are not recommended. If in doubt, please check with us.
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It’s up to you. If you have a teacher, please have him/her submit a letter of recommendation. Independent groups without a teacher will be considered with equal merit!
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All that’s needed is that every player can manage his/her part, and is a cooperative music partner.
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To have fun playing chamber music with your friends, of course!
You and your ensemble will have the opportunity to be coached by our Festival Artists, as well as learn by observing other groups’ coaching sessions. All participants are also invited to attend the theatre/movement improvisation workshop, as well as all other concerts by Festival Artists during the SCMF.
Selected participant groups will also have a chance to showcase your prepared repertoire at the festival’s closing concert.
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SGD$30 for application, balance SGD$170 upon confirmation. Every participant will be given access to all masterclasses and workshops in addition to TWO group coaching sessions with artist faculty.
Payment for registration to be made within 2 weeks of the online form submission via PayNow to Resound Collective Limited, UEN 201631412H with payment reference SCMF CMA - <your name>. Overseas applicants please contact us via email for overseas payment options.Upon selection, confirmed groups will be required to pay the remaining fee of $170.
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25 January 2026, 2359hrs
Connect, Share, Celebrate!
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Exciting lineup of Chamber Concerts
Held over 12 days in partnership with the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, the festival brings together artists from overseas and Singapore, coming together to perform chamber works in various combinations.
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Join the Chamber Music Academy
As part of our celebration of chamber music, SCMF includes a Chamber Music Academy (CMA), providing a range of educational elements, including coaching for aspiring chamber groups, workshops and demonstration sessions.
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Be a Donor
SCMF 2026 has been made possible thanks to the support of many individuals, institutions and organisations. Please consider making a donation to help support some of the cost of running this and future festivals.