Strings

The Curtis strings department integrates new students into the full musical life of the school from the moment they arrive.

Working with distinguished artist-faculty members, string players study solo repertoire and concertos, orchestral repertoire, and chamber music.

Curtis aims to educate and train musicians for 21st-century careers as performers on the highest professional level, through a unique learn-by-doing approach. Students can expect to perform often on the Student Recital Series and in other school-sponsored recitals from the beginning of their Curtis careers.

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Faculty

  • String Curriculum

    Degree programs available within the strings department include the following.

    • Diploma
    • Bachelor of Music
    • Post-Baccalaureate Diploma
    • Master of Music

    Students who already hold bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees or other certificates or diplomas are welcome to apply.

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  • String Audition Requirements

    Auditions may consist of pre-recorded submissions, interviews, and in-person rounds during February and March. Audition dates, repertoire, and prescreening requirements vary by department.

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Student Performances