Chamber Music Auditions

Chamber music is a form of instrumental music played by a small ensemble, consisting of one player per part. Although everyone in the group has a different role, the intimate setting allows them to come together to play as one, to listen, lead, follow, and respond to each other.

Guided by VAM’s distinguished faculty, students will learn the essential skills of communication and collaboration, a fundamental aspect of every musician’s education.

To begin the process, please fill out the form below to submit an audition.

Program Overview (for accepted students)

Students accepted into the Chamber Music Program will be placed into chamber groups based on age, level, and instrumentation compatibility. Groups will work with a coach on a weekly basis throughout the term.

Class times will be scheduled at the mutual convenience of students and the teacher. Students will be registered for 14 weeks of coaching sessions in the fall term and 18 weeks in the spring term, unless the group has communicated with the coach in advance regarding a different number of coaching sessions.

The program is term-based and involves a consistent weekly commitment. Full program details, including scheduling, registration terms, and policies, will be provided upon acceptance.

2026/27 Chamber Music Program Online Audition Details

  • Application deadline: July 31, 11:59pm
  • Result announcement by August 31.
  • Late Applications: late applications will be accepted after July 31. A second round of placement results will be announced by September 30, 2026.
  • Applicants who are not placed in a chamber group in the initial round will be placed on a waitlist and notified if a suitable group becomes available.

Level guidelines

  • Junior: RCM 1-4/Suzuki 2-5
  • Intermediate: RCM 4-7/Suzuki 4-7
  • Senior: RCM 7+/Suzuki 7+

Online Audition requirements 

Chamber Ensemble Fee: from $46.00 per hour per student

Submit a Chamber Music Audition