Now Hiring
Operations and Programs Mananger(s)
Madeline Island Chamber Music is looking to hire one or two Operations and Programs Manager(s) to start following the conclusion of the Summer 2026 Season.
Review of applications will begin June 15, 2026 until position is filled. Starting date will be on or before September 1, 2026.
Friends of Madeline Island Chamber Music
A beloved summer tradition is entering a new chapter. MacPhail Center for Music will conclude its formal leadership of Madeline Island Chamber Music (MICM) after the 2026 season, but a new nonprofit has been established to operate the program into the future.
Midsummer Night Music
July 16th, 5:00pm
$200
Join us for a fundraiser benefitting Madeline Island Chamber Music, hosted by Friends of Madeline Island Chamber Music
Madeline Island Chamber Music is devoted to educating and nurturing the next generation of musicians through concentrated study and performance of chamber music on verdant, historic Madeline Island.
2026 Program Dates
Full Session: June 21 – August 2
Session 1: June 21 – July 12
Session 2: July 12 – August 2
Session Details
6 weeks
June 21 – August 2
Violin, Viola, and Cello
String Fellowships and Financial Aid available
String Quartet study for all participants
String and Piano Chamber Music study during Session 2
3 weeks
June 21 – July 12
Violin, Viola, and Cello
String Quartet study for all participants
Financial Aid available
3 weeks
July 12 – August 2
Violin, Viola, Cello, and Piano
Piano Fellowships and Financial Aid (string and piano) available
String and Piano Chamber Music study in addition to String Chamber Music study
2026 Faculty
Why Madeline Island Chamber Music?
Daily learning, weekly inspiration — Work with a different professional quartet each week, plus our resident faculty, for a breadth of perspectives and artistry.
Perform often, grow quickly — Take part in public concerts, master classes, and community performances every week.
Tailored to your level — Be placed in an ensemble that matches your age and ability, ensuring both challenge and support.
Life on the island — Beyond the music, enjoy kayaking, hiking, swimming, biking, and relaxing in a close-knit community.
Memories you’ll take home — Receive free concert tickets and 4K performance recordings to remember your summer.
MICM and EquityArc
We are thrilled to be one of the 17 summer study partners in EquityArc’s Common Application for Summer Study! We are committed to removing barriers to access for BIPOC musicians and leveling the playing field in classical music.
Madeline Island Chamber Music admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to its students. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and financial aid programs, and other programs.