West Dean College: The Chilingirian String Quartet ensemble course

The celebrated Chilingirian String Quartet return to West Dean for their inspirational annual course. All quartets or ensembles enjoy the idyllic and relaxing surroundings, which make this a perfect setting for ensemble coaching, masterclasses, informal performance and collaborative playing sessions.

Course structure

The course offers the opportunity for music graduate, music student or amateur quartets or ensembles, to work closely with each of the Chilingirian Quartet. Each group selects a repertoire of their own choice to work on, benefitting from at least two intensive daily coaching sessions each day. Groups can also participate in informal masterclass, performance and collaborative ensemble playing sessions. The course starts after lunch on the first day and ends after an informal student concert on the final afternoon.

Since its first year in 1983, many students have benefitted from the immersive and supportive learning experience offered on this course. Many have used the course as a final preparation for an important performance, international competition or concert engagement. A maximum of six string quartets or ensembles are accepted to the course each year.  Bursaries are available.

Each of the participating string quartets/ensembles benefit from:
– Collaborative ensemble playing sessions in the evenings with tutors and/or other students.
– Concentrated study and daily coaching sessions with tutors
– A dedicated practice room allocated to their quartet or ensemble for the week
– An informal performance opportunity

Tickets are £681 and are available online in advance. Parking is available in the West Dean College car park.

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