2025 APPLICATIONS
Stringwood specializes in nurturing the individual and connecting young musicians to chamber music as an expressive art form. The intensity of the music making is enhanced by a sensory rich environment. If you have a question about the application process, contact us at 651-587-7595.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
Stringwood students, ages 12-25, come from dedicated studios all across the country. Applicants are selected for participation based on their ability to demonstrate a variety of musical and technical skills and knowledge of style and interpretation. Level of repertoire and previous chamber music experience are taken into consideration when forming groups.
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TO APPLY (Pre-College)
Apply at getacceptd.com. Please note there is a non-refundable $60 application fee.
The online application will require you to Upload:
1. An Introduction video with verbal responses to the following questions: Why are you interested in Stringwood? What do you hope to accomplish at Stringwood? What will you contribute to your group?
2. An unedited video recording of (1) three-octave scale (quarter note = 50, slur four sixteenths).
3. 5-7 minutes of your best playing.
4. A recommendation letter from your private teacher.
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TO APPLY (College up to age 25)
​Apply at getacceptd.com. Please note there is a non-refundable $60 application fee.
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The online application will require you to Upload:
1. An Introduction video with verbal responses to the following questions: Why are you interested in Stringwood? What do you hope to accomplish at Stringwood? What will you contribute to your group?
2. 5-7 minutes of your best playing!
3. A movement of your best unaccompanied Bach.
4. A recommendation letter from your private teacher.
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Contact Executive Director Ray Shows at 651-587-7595 for questions about the application process.
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Final acceptance to Stringwood is dependent upon submission of a Medical and Code of Conduct Form​.
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TUITION (includes room & board)
Stringwood's 16 day in-person program is $2800 for tuition, room and board. Pickup from the MSP airport or Rochester, MN airport is provided for all participants traveling by air.
DEPOSIT
$1,000 (non-refundable) is due upon acceptance.
Applications are Due April 1, 2025
Final tuition, payable online or by check, must be submitted by June 30, 2025
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STRINGWOOD
Ray Shows, Executive Director and Artistic Administrator
1790 Richard Circle
Saint Paul, MN 55118​