Summer Bravo 2024
Dates
July 15-21, 2024
Activities
Daily chamber music instruction from outstanding faculty
Repertoire enhancement through coaching, chamber music, readings/play-ins, and master classes
Performances and lecture recitals by distinguished guest artists from all over the world
Interaction with Members of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
Opportunities to perform
Recreational activities
Faculty
Mary Handley, piano
Roman Mekinulov, cello
Andrea Cone, violin
Derek Chazen, viola (on leave in 2024)
Xiaofan Liu, violin
Lynne Ruda, cello
Sandy Paddock, violin
Guest Faculty Masterclass and concert Schedule
July 15, 2024 @ 7pm BRAVO FACULTY CONCERT
July 16, 2024 @ 10am Jacqueline Galluzzo, violin, Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
July 16, 2024 @ 2pm Maestra JoAnn Falletta, Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
July 17, 2024 @ 10am Nikki Chooi, violin, Concertmaster of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
July 17, 2024 @ 2pm Jarod Yap, piano, soloist, accompanist, Bravo alumni
July 17, 2024 @ 7pm Participants Concert
July 19, 2024 @ 10am Callisto String Quartet masterclass
July 19, 2024 @ 2pm Callisto String Quartet masterclass
July 19, 2024 @ 7pm Callisto String Quartet Concert
July 20, 2024 @ 10am Callisto String Quartet masterclass
July 20, 2024 @ 2pm BRAVO FACULTY masterclass
July 21, 2024 @ 1pm Participants Final Concert
Interns
Joshua Stead-Dorval, violin/viola
Robert Paddock, cello
Michael McClure, piano
Ava Giangrasso, violin
Katy Yun, piano
Administrative Assistant
Brian Shin
FEES
Tuition: $665.
Application fee: $35
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 15, 2024
Please submit:
Completed application form
1-2 page biography
o should include: experience, achievements, education, teachers, and repertoire (recording may be requested)
o biography not required for past participant
1 minute video recording required
o video not required for past participants
$85 required with application (includes $35 application fee + $50 deposit). This is non-refundable. This amount can be paid by check, cash, or venmo (@Bravo-workshop)
ACCEPTED PARTICIPANTS
Balance of $595 due June 15.
Medical forms, equipment list, map and other pertinent information will be emailed following acceptance and final payment.
Late applications will be accepted if availability exists and with an additional $25 late fee.