Chamber Music Conference

Announcing the Summer 2026 Chamber Music Conference

Join our esteemed faculty for a personalized, intensive chamber music experience including rehearsal technique, masterclasses, lessons, and performance.

July 20-23, July 27-30, 2026 (Mon – Thurs)

The Summer Chamber Music Conference is an 8-day experience that takes place over two weeks at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center. Participants are in attendance July 20 – 23 and July 27 – 30, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. Performances on Thursday, July 23, and Thursday, July 30; evening times TBA.

Milwaukee Youth Arts Center

Faculty include:

  • Frank Almond, Director & MYSO Johnston Family Artist-In-Residence
  • Pamela Simmons, Violin
  • Amanda Koch, Viola
  • Stefan Kartman, Cello
  • Jeannie Yu, Piano
(Read more about our teaching artists here.)
Apply below.
The MYSO Chamber Music Conference is for experienced young musicians, ages 12-20, who play:
  • violin
  • viola
  • cello
  • piano

…who wish to expand their musicianship and leadership while studying with other motivated young artists.

Individuals or those in established ensembles are encouraged to apply for this unique experience. Those outside of MYSO are also welcome to apply (please add a link to a recording of your playing to demonstrate your abilities).

Fee: $545

Financial support for participation is available with a separate application. Participants will be invoiced upon acceptance.

Please submit your application no later than Friday, May 1, 2026.

Chamber Music Conference Application

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