Summer Academy 2027
August 1–14, 2027 · Château de la Flocellière, France
Eligibility
Applications are open to violin, viola, cello, and double bass students, as well as a limited number of advanced piano students.
The Academy is designed primarily for students ages 14–26. A limited number of places are available for younger students.
Admission is based on the applicant’s musical level, experience, artistic potential, and the Academy’s available capacity.
Students under 14
Students under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the entire duration of the Academy and must stay with their parent or guardian. Academy lodging for families is available for rent, subject to availability.
Parents/guardians are responsible for the student’s supervision outside scheduled Academy activities and for travel arrangements to and from the Academy.
Academy Program
At least five individual instrumental lessons. Students may have the opportunity to study with multiple faculty members during the Academy. Faculty assignments and lesson scheduling are subject to availability and the Academy’s artistic planning.
Chamber music coaching and performance opportunities.
Large string ensemble rehearsals and performances.
High-quality recording of performances.
Solo performance opportunities with a professional pianist.
Invitations to masterclasses, workshops, and concerts.
Renowned luthiers Roland Houël and Joël Klepal will be on site during the Academy, providing sound adjustments, small repairs, and workshops on violin making and instrument care. Learn more about the Guarneri del Gesù violin.
Tuition & Accommodation
Academy Tuition: €1,800
Room & Board: €1,100
Total Cost (Tuition + Room & Board): €2,900
Academy participation includes the musical program, room, and board. Family lodging for students under 14 is available for rent, subject to availability. The chartered bus between Paris and the Château is available for an additional fee. All application fees, tuition, and room and board fees are nonrefundable.
Room and board include accommodation in shared rooms in the student dormitory located on the grounds of the Château, as well as three meals per day throughout the Academy.
Application Calendar
Important dates
January 15, 2027 — Early Bird Academy application deadline and Concerto Competition application deadline.
February 15, 2027 — Early Bird and Concerto Competition results announced.
March 1, 2027 — Early Bird deposit deadline.
March 1, 2027 — General Application deadline.
March 15, 2027 — General Application results announced.
April 1, 2027 — General application deposit deadline.
May 1, 2027 — Academy balance due.
July 31, 2027 — Arrival of younger students staying with their families.
August 1, 2027 — Arrival of the rest of the students.
August 14, 2027 — All students depart.
Scholarships & Financial Assistance
Merit- and need-based scholarships are available.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the Early Bird deadline of January 15, 2027, for greater consideration for scholarship support.
Scholarship decisions are subject to available funds. Applying early does not guarantee a scholarship.
Application Requirements
Applicants to both the Academy and the Concerto Competition must submit unedited video recordings of two contrasting pieces, with or without piano accompaniment.
Applicants are also required to submit a short video (no longer than 3 minutes) introducing themselves, briefly describing their musical inspirations and goals and what they would like to explore or develop at the Shkolnikova Academy.
Upload your videos to YouTube and provide the links in the application form. Videos may be public or unlisted and must be accessible to the Academy for review.
The repertoire submitted in the videos does not necessarily need to be the repertoire the applicant wishes to study or perform at the Academy.
The Academy may request additional information or recordings when necessary.
The Academy will review applications and make admission decisions based on artistic considerations, program needs, and available space.
All decisions regarding admission, scholarships, and performance opportunities are final.
