Each summer, we welcome 48 talented musicians to experience the wonder of Madeline Island. Through coachings, private lessons, master classes, and performances, students will have the opportunity to work with some of the top string quartets in the country in a peaceful, supportive environment.

String Chamber Music Programs

Chamber Music for Strings
June 18 – July 9, 2023

Three week intensive string quartet program for ages 14-24 featuring chamber music coachings, private instruction, and weekly performances.

Applications due: February 15, 2023

Fellowship String Quartet Program
June 18 – July 23, 2023

Five week intensive string quartet program for college students featuring chamber music coachings, private instruction, and weekly performances.

Applications due: February 15, 2023

Emerging Artists Quartet-in-Residence
June 18 – July 23, 2023

Five week intensive string quartet program for pre-professional quartets featuring chamber music coachings, mentor teaching, and featured performances. The quartet later participates in a one-week artist residency at the MacPhail Center for Music in Minneapolis, MN (Fall 2023).

Applications due: January 15, 2023

Financial Aid

Scholarships covering tuition, room, and board are available for the Chamber Music for Strings program. All participants in the Fellowship String Quartet Program and Emerging Artists Quartet-in-Residence program attend on a full scholarship, covering tuition, room, and board, thanks to the generosity of Madeline Island Chamber Music donors.

More Information

For more information on the program details and requirements, click here.