Rising Artists Program

The NESI Rising Artist Program is tailored for advanced Suzuki and traditional students who demonstrate strong reading skills and have ensemble experience.

The NESI Rising Artist Program Student Requirements:

  • Violin, Viola, and Cello: Suzuki students in book 6 or above

  • Piano and Guitar: Suzuki students in book 5 or above

  • Traditional students at the equivalent levels for all instruments

  • Strong reading skills and experience in playing in an ensemble

  • To ensure proper placement in an ensemble, please upload a video of your student performing a recently polished piece. All audition videos must be submitted by April 1st.

The NESI Rising Artist Program Includes:

  • Six hours of class, daily:

    •  Master-class - 1 hour divided between 2 students

    • Chamber Music - 1 hour of coaching with NESI faculty, 1 hour of individual rehearsal time for a total of 2 hours daily

    • Instrument-Specific Advanced Ensemble for Guitarists and Pianists OR Rising Artists Orchestra for Violin, Viola and Cello - 1 hour

    • Two enrichment classes