Why Chamber Music?
Joining a small ensemble is the most collaborative form of music making around! Every player has their own, individual part to play; and, at the same time, the handful of players learn to work together to play as ONE. Each musician must contribute fully for the group to achieve success. Students gain musical and interpersonal technical skills. They learn to listen to and watch each other closely, sometimes leading and other times following. They develop a musical imagination and self confidence as they test out ideas together; and they learn to give and be open to constructive criticism. Also, playing chamber music is fun!!!
Thank you YouthChamberConnection.org for this beautiful description of the value of chamber music.
This year, The Music Academy is pleased to offer TWO Chamber Music Camps! One will feature the Kalara String Quartet; learn more here: Summer Chamber Camps.
We asked the Kalara String Quartet why they LOVE chamber music:
Blakeley Menghini, Violist, Kalara String Quartet -
”For me, chamber music is the ultimate form of self expression. I express myself in relationship - with myself, with others, with the composer, with my instrument. When playing in a string quartet, the product is so much greater than what each of us could accomplish alone. This empowers me to use my musical and personal voice.”
Vinicius Sant’Ana, Violinist, Kalara String Quartet
”I love chamber music because, for me, it's the ultimate musical challenge. Not only do you need to have a good level of playing on your own instrument and your own part, but you also need to see how your part fits in the big picture. It forces you to look and understand the score and how all the parts come together. You also need to display great team work, communication skills, rehearsal skills, etc. It's the best! “
Ji-Yeon Lee, Violinist, Kalara String Quartet
“Chamber music has always been a great passion of mine. Being able to play some of the best repertoire in an intimate setting is quite special. It’s always so exciting to share your thoughts with your colleagues and to bounce ideas around to form your own unique interpretation of a piece.”