Masterclasses
Throughout the year, special masterclasses give our students opportunities to learn from leading professionals from around the country.
Instruction and inspiration
Like masterclasses in college and conservatory settings, the masterclasses at Key to Change combine short, intimate performances with hands-on instruction. Students have the chance to watch and listen up close as violinists and violists from various universities and symphony orchestras play for them. They then work alongside these visiting teachers to hone their sound and technique. By connecting with a variety of professionals with diverse backgrounds, styles, and personalities, students not only improve their playing—they also find inspiration for the future.
Masterclasses are for students taking private lessons and students in the Young Artists Academy.
Recent Masterclass Instructors
We have been fortuante to welcome many exceptional professional musicians and teachers from institutions nationwide.
- Jonathan Heyward, music director, Baltmore Symphony Orchestra
- Jason Amos, violist, Boston Public Quartet
- LaTannia Ellerbe, violin professor, Jackson State University
- Christian Howes, jazz violinist
- Dr. Tami Lee Hughes, instructor of violin at Spelman College
- Alexander Kerr, concertmaster, Dallas Symphony; violin professor, Indiana University
- Rachel Barton Pine, violinist
- Jordan Bak, violist; viola professor at the University of North Carolina School of Arts
- Daniel Ching, first violinist, Miro Quartet; violin professor, Butler School of Music, The University of Texas at Austin
- Grant Donnellan, violin professor, Western Washington University
- Svend Ronning, concertmaster, Tacoma Symphony; violin professor, Pacific Lutheran University
- Eduardo Rios, associate concertmaster, Seattle Symphony
- Randall Goosby, violinist
Lesson Options
Our students learn various styles of music in a diverse and healthy environment. Each student is taught by a renowned university professor who help you make major progress in a matter of weeks. Our curriculum is designed to give you confidence and teach you to be responsible, caring musicians who are role models in your schools and communities.
We offer a range of lesson options, so you can pick the one that fits you best. Scholarships are available for each option.
Group Classes | COMBO Lessons | Private Lessons | Young Artists Academy | |
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New friends | ||||
Studio recitals | ||||
Part of an ensemble | ||||
Solo repertoire | ||||
Music written for you! | ||||
Performance opportunities | ||||
Masterclasses | ||||
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Lesson Options
Our students learn various styles of music in a diverse and healthy environment. Each student is taught by a renowned university professor who help you make major progress in a matter of weeks. Our curriculum is designed to give you confidence and teach you to be responsible, caring musicians who are role models in your schools and communities.
We offer a range of lesson options, so you can pick the one that fits you best. Scholarships are available for each option.
High-quality instruction
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Group Classes
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Combo Classes
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Private Lessons
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Young Artists Academy
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New Friends
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Group Classes
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Combo Classes
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Private Lessons
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Young Artists Academy
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Studio recitals
-
Group Classes
Learn more -
Combo Classes
Learn More -
Private Lessons
Learn more -
Young Artists Academy
Learn more
Part of an ensemble
-
Group Classes
Learn more -
Combo Classes
Learn More -
Private Lessons
Learn more -
Young Artists Academy
Learn more
Solo repertoire
-
Group Classes
Learn more -
Combo Classes
Learn More -
Private Lessons
Learn more -
Young Artists Academy
Learn more
Music written for you!
-
Group Classes
Learn more -
Combo Classes
Learn More -
Private Lessons
Learn more -
Young Artists Academy
Learn more
Performance opportunities
-
Group Classes
Learn more -
Combo Classes
Learn More -
Private Lessons
Learn more -
Young Artists Academy
Learn more
Masterclasses
-
Group Classes
Learn more -
Combo Classes
Learn More -
Private Lessons
Learn more -
Young Artists Academy
Learn more