EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

Chamber Music Workshops

Description
The Arthur LeBlanc Quartet (QAL) is coming for a visit. During its stay, advanced students at your institution have an opportunity to sit in for one of the members of the quartet during two or three rehearsals and perhaps even perform at a special concert organized for the occasion!

Objectives
This master class approach is designed to give young musicians an insight into the creative aspects of performing as part of an established professional group. The formula can also be applied to chamber music for other ensembles besides the string quartet (piano trio, flute quartet, clarinet quintet, etc.)

Content
Issues of ensemble playing and balance, the structure and style of the piece and musical expression in general.

Works are chosen from among the current chamber music literature, at the suggestion of teachers and in cooperation with the QAL.

Organization
Rehearsals are structured around two or three sessions, each lasting about one hour. In preparation for the final concert, students selected by the QAL may also profit from additional time during the dress rehearsal.

Participants
Advanced students interested in chamber music and attending colleges, universities or conservatories, whether they are already members of existing groups or soloists.

Reviews
Nicolas Desjardins, former Executive Director, Jeunesses Musicales du Canada :

"The Arthur LeBlanc Quartet toured for our organization in Ontario, New Brunswick and Québec...where we asked them to meet with young people, play with them and talk to them. They took this challenge seriously, using humour, their love of music and their ability to relate to the public, and were an outstanding success."