Lessons in 14 countries
Astona International is a two-week summer music academy for highly talented string players and pianists aged 14 to 22. The academy, which has been running for 33 years, has been based in the canton of Zug since 2010.
After the academy had to be canceled last year due to coronavirus, it will take place online this year. Since July 11, the students (violin, viola, cello, piano) have been taught by six renowned lecturers. The lessons will take place in 14 European countries. The online course is based on the tried-and-tested Astona presence program: private lessons, class lessons, house concerts and public concerts.
Unfortunately, online lessons prevent the formation of chamber music ensembles and the orchestra. Instead, there are practical seminars and a composition competition for the participants. Daily exchanges and evening sessions ensure the typical Astona togetherness.
The young talents can be experienced at two free streaming concerts:
Saturday, July 17, 2021, 8 - 9.15 p.m. and
Saturday, July 24, 2021, 20-21.15 (gala concert).
Streaming links via www.astona-international.ch
