We are delighted to inform you that Reina Sofía School of Music in Madrid has offered 8 complementary places for our students for the 2024 Young Artist camp in July this year. More than 100 students from 14 countries took part in last year’s music camp.
You can find more detailed information by visiting the Reina Sofía School of Music 2024 Summer Program webpage or by downloading the 2024 Summer Camp Brochure.
Age requirements, available instruments and weeks for Qatar Music Academy participants
- For Week 1 (1-7 July): 2 participants aged 8 to 18. Instruments available include piano, violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, horn, trumpet, voice, and guitar.
- For Week 3 (15-21 July): 3 participants aged 12 to 18. Instruments available include piano, violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and saxophone.
- For Week 4 (22-28 July): 3 participants aged 12 to 18. Instruments available include piano, violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, oboe, bassoon, and saxophone.
For Week 1, the minimum required playing standard is completion of the Grade 3 ABRSM exam with Distinction on the student's main instrument, and Grade 5 ABRSM exam with Distinction for Weeks 3 and 4.
The program begins on Monday morning each week at 9 a.m. Full board students can arrive the day before, Sunday, starting at 5 p.m. The program concludes on the following Sunday afternoon between 5 and 7 p.m.
The fees for each Qatar Music Academy participant are as follows
- €725 for full-board, all-inclusive accommodation at the San Pablo CEU residence. This includes dormitories with private washrooms, air conditioning, Wi-Fi connection, access to a swimming pool, sports facilities, and green areas.
- €100 for round-trip transfer from the airport (optional).
Students will have the opportunity to rent an instrument if needed, such as a cello or double bass.
Additionally, students are responsible for covering the cost of their return flights to Madrid and any visa requirements.
Please note there will be no tuition fees for our students (which are roughly €2,225 per week)
Registration
Students must complete and submit a pre-registration form before Sunday, 21 April. In the last question of the form, "How did you hear about the summer program?", students must select "Other" and specify "Qatar Music Academy Student".
During the registration process, students are required to record and upload a short video performance (3 minutes long). This video will help the artistic advisor assess the student's level and organize chamber music groups accordingly. Students must also provide a brief summary of their musical experience and a motivation letter (200 words).
The Artistic Team will select participants based on artistic criteria, evaluating the video performance and motivation letter, as well as considering the student's potential based on their age and musical experience.
All interested participants must complete the online form as soon as possible and no later than Sunday, 21 April. This timeline allows the Reina Sofía Summer Camp's Artistic Team enough time to review submissions and make selections before Tuesday, 30 April.
Please note that the standard of the Summer Music Camp is very high. Students are advised to consult their instrument teacher regarding what they need to play and record for their application. Ms. Florencia Carballo, the coordinator of the Summer Camp, can provide further details and can be in touch directly with families.
Ms. Florencia Carballo
Email: (fcarballo@albeniz.com) | Telephone: +34 660 24 28 23 | Address:
Escuela Superior de Música Reina Sofía
Calle Requena 1 - 28013 Madrid
+34 91 351 10 60 / +34 608 198 475
Links
- Reina Sofía School of Music 2024 Summer Camp Webpage
- Reina Sofía School of Music 2024 Summer Camp Brochure
- Registration Form