“Excellence as a way of life “ - Nelli Shkolnikova 

Founded in hommage to the violinist Nelli Shkolnikova, the Shkolnikova Academy also looks toward the future by creating a thriving and generous community of musicians passionate about string playing. Artistic directors David Chernyavsky and Masha Lankovsky work closely with core founding faculty members and renowned guest artists to create an environment that not only examines in detail the intricacies of string techniques but also inspires young musicians from many perspectives.  From listening sessions dedicated to the golden age of violin playing, direct contact with luthiers on-site, workshops on concert management, mental preparation for auditions, improvisation workshops, even the influence of artificial intelligence, students coming from around the world are exposed to an abundance of resources in addition to their private lessons and chamber music coachings, all taking place in a sublimely beautiful setting. 

We hope to continuously gather our collective resources to forge new pathways of understanding and fostering excellence in string playing for following generations.

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