Viola Lab
June 13th - July 12th 2021
Viola Lab is a four-week experiential learning course offering a unique combination of masterclasses, workshops, and wellness classes to elevate and empower all aspects of your musical life! All online! There are two ways to get involved. You can still register!
Viola Lab 2021 Faculty Bios and More information
Masterclasses featuring Helen Callus, Joan DerHovsepian, Daphne Gerling, and Matthew Lipman
Workshops featuring Ann Marie Brink, Helen Callus, Andrew Griffin, and Dawson White
Wellness classes featuring William Johnston, Emily Kriner, Kayleigh Miller, and Jaya Varma
There are two ways to be a part of Viola Lab
Participate!
As a participant, you get to play in the masterclasses and participate in all the workshops and wellness classes. You will have access to all the recordings of the Viola Lab sessions.
Tuition: $995 (only 3 spots remaining)
Early Bird Tuition: $795 - (Still available!)
Audit!
With an audit pass, you can attend and observe all the Viola Lab offerings. You will also have access to the library of all the recordings of the Viola Lab sessions.
Audit Pass: $125
Early Bird Price: $95 (Still availble!)
To be a participant, you must be currently studying viola at a high level or currently performing/freelancing as a violist. If you have any questions if this is right for you, please contact us we’ll be happy to connect!
Private lessons are available for the duration of Viola Lab by request. Contact for pricing and more information!
How to know if Viola Lab is right for you:
You want to enhance your playing skills by performing for elite violists
You are preparing to take auditions and desire expert feedback in your preparation
You are interested in integrating mindfulness and other well-being holistic practices into your musical life
You desire more career guidance and skills to “make it” in the world of the working musician
You are looking for a community of support
What you will get out of the Viola Lab:
Explore your larger “purpose” as a musician
A healthy set of tools that will help you navigate the ever evolving world of the working musician
Meet other like-minded musicians
Inspiration for living mindfully and healthfully
Full Course Calendar
Here is the Viola Lab calendar. All sessions will begin at 5 pm (CST) on the respective days. A google calendar will be shared with you that will include zoom links and other timing details.
FAQs
Q: Do I need any specific or fancy technology to participate?
A: Not really! A stable, good-quality internet connection is all that is necessary. If you have an external microphone for your device, that's great but not at all required. We will be sending out some tech tips to help everyone get set up for success!
Q: Where can I read more about the faculty and coaches?
A: Read about our world-class faculty and coaches here!
Q: Do you offer any financial assistance?
A: Yes! We know it’s a tough time for musicians. Get in touch with us and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Q: Do the same people play every week?
A: Yes! Each participant will perform in all four of the masterclasses. Those with audit passes are welcome to watch the live classes and participate in any Q&A that may take place.
Q: I want to participate but can’t be there live every week. Can I still do it?
A: Yes! If you cannot perform live, simply send a link for an unlisted YouTube video. The video will be screen-shared during the class and reviewed by the guest faculty teaching that week.
Q: How many participants will be in the Viola Lab?
A: Our desire is for every participant to receive individualized attention for each class, therefore we will cap participation at 6 participants. There is also a limited number of audit passes. So register soon!
Q: I don’t really want to play, but I’m interested in hearing some of the workshops…
A: Wonderful! Register here to audit any of our masterclasses, workshops, and wellness classes. Even if you cannot observe the classes live, you will still have access to recordings when available.
Q: What if I can’t be there live?
A: Recordings from ALL sessions will be available on the website! You will have access to them as part of your participant or audit pass. There is no additional charge or fee and the recordings will always be available to you to reference. These will post to the website no later than the end of Viola Lab (July 12)!