Catherine Filene Shouse Chamber Music Institute
June 13 - 26, 2011
Paul Katz, Director
An intensive 2-week coaching and performing experience for the finest young, professional chamber ensembles.
The Shouse Experience
The Shouse Institute seeks emerging groups pursuing a career in chamber music. Participating ensembles are viewed not as students, but as young colleagues of the Festival artists. Each group is given multiple performance opportunities on Festival concerts, including collaborations with Festival artists. Shouse fellows enjoy intensive coaching opportunities with some of the world’s most renowned chamber musicians. Past participants include the Pacifica Quartet, Claremont Trio, Psophos Quartet, Ariel Quartet, Biava Quartet, Parker Quartet, eighth blackbird, Jupiter Quartet, Escher Quartet, Ardeo Quartet, and Antares, among others.
Shouse Benefits
All Shouse fellows receive: lodging, travel to and from the Festival, transportation assistance during the Festival (if needed), and per diem.
Eligibility
Qualified applicants are groups of 3 to 6 musicians. Duos will occasionally be considered. String, wind, brass, percussion or mixed ensembles are eligible. Ensemble members should generally not be older than age 30 at the time of application, though there are no strict age requirements. Ensembles should be committed to a career in chamber music. Up to four ensembles will be selected to participate. No individual may apply for participation with more than one ensemble. No changes in personnel will be allowed once the application has been submitted, unless consent is given by the Festival.
Application Procedure
Applicants must submit the following postmarked no later than Monday, January 3, 2011.
Unedited DVD of the ensemble (See repertoire requirements below.)
One-page biography of the ensemble
Brief resume of each ensemble member
One-page list of the ensemble’s current repertoire
Listing of works that the ensemble wishes to be coached on and/or perform at the Festival
Brief statement from the ensemble indicating long-term goals and aspirations
Non-refundable application fee of $60/group (if postmarked on or before November 1, 2010) or $100/group (if postmarked on or before January 3, 2011)
Please note: Applications must be complete at time of submission, or they will not be reviewed.
Repertoire Requirements
The DVD recording should include two complete works of contrasting style and period, with at least one preferably from the standard chamber music repertoire.
Ensembles whose literature is primarily from the 20th century should provide repertoire that exhibits more than one style.
The run-time of the DVD should be 30-60 minutes in length.
DVD Requirements
The DVD case must be clearly labeled with the name of the ensemble, date and location of the recording, and works performed with timings.
No audio cassettes or VHS tapes will be accepted. CDs are discouraged and may lessen consideration.
Recordings are the primary adjudication tool and should be of the highest possible audio quality.
Each movement must be completed in one take with no editing.
Chapters should preferably mark each movement.
Materials will be returned only if applicant supplies a self-addressed return envelope with sufficient postage.
Send Materials To:
Shouse Chamber Music Institute
Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival
20300 Civic Center Dr, Suite 100
Southfield, MI 48076
Notification of Acceptance
Shouse fellows will be notified of their acceptance into the program no later than February 1, 2011.
Festival Repertoire
Repertoire for coaching and performances will be selected by the Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival in collaboration with the ensemble, based on the ensemble’s submitted repertoire list and Festival needs.
Returning Ensembles
Fellows are invited to return to the Shouse Institute for a second season at the discretion of the Festival.
Questions?
For inquiries, or to request a Shouse brochure via direct mail, please contact: Hanna Sterba, Operations & Outreach Coordinator
sterba@greatlakeschambermusic.org
phone: 248-559-2097 fax: 248-559-2098
Catherine Filene Shouse
The eldest Granddaughter of the Founder of Filene's Specialty Store in Boston, Massachusetts,
Catherine Filene Shouse, grew up surrounded by leaders in the music, education and civic worlds.
Her Parents instilled in her a special sense that with privilege comes responsibility to Society.
Mrs. Shouse became a dynamic, active visionary for political, educational, cultural, international
and women's affairs, who served her country during wartime and peace, with dedication that won her
the highest of honors. Her awards include: The U. S. Presidential Medal of Freedom, Dame Commander
of the British Empire by Elizabeth II, Germany's Commander's Cross of Merit, Austria's Medal of Honor
and France's Officier dans l'Ordere des Arts et des Lettres. Additional appreciation was expressed
through 59 other citations and honors and 14 Honorary Degrees from universities and colleges.
The legacy of Kay Shouse includes the donation of her land in Virginia, buildings
on it and funds for construction of "The Filene Center" to the U. S. Government for the creation of
the first and only National Park for the Performing Arts and Related Education Programs, Wolf Trap.
The gift was accepted by an Act of Congress in l966. The Center is a living monument to the mind,
spirit and generosity of Mrs. Shouse. She served on the Wolf Trap Board and alternated the role of
Program Chairman with Beverly Sills.
During the l970s, Wolf Trap presented such rising young stars as Jessye Norman,
Luciano Pavarotti and James Tocco.
The Catherine Filene Shouse Foundation continues a fundamental interest of Mrs.
Shouse by furthering the careers of promising young people in the performing arts. The Great Lakes
Chamber Music Festival is pleased to be the recipient of support from the Foundation, which Mrs.
Shouse established.
Past Shouse Artists
2010
Harlem String Quartet, Jasper String Quartet, Trio de Lausanne, Trio La Plata
