Next Gen 2023

Reaching young musicians at every stage of their development. 

Next Gen 2023 introduces talented young musicians to ECU faculty artists, Next Gen artists (our alumni!), current ECU students, and guest artists during two days of intensive study and music-making. Next Gen master classes, career discussions, rehearsals, and side-by-side performances provide unforgettable musical experiences, and the passion with which they are presented ensures life-changing mentorship.

NEXT GEN 2023 DATES
Greenville: Oct 12-13, 2023
Raleigh: Oct 14-15, 2023
Applications Closed
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and until all spots are filled. Space is is limited. Apply as as possible early for maximum consideration.

WHAT DO PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE?

  • Full-Tuition scholarship.
  • 2 private lessons/master classes.
  • Side-by-Side rehearsals and performance with Four Seasons musicians in a conductor-less string orchestra.
  • College and career-focused discussion with faculty, parents, and participants.
  • Access to open rehearsals of ECU faculty, student, and Next Gen artist chamber ensembles.
  • Complimentary Tickets for your family to the Four Seasons Next Gen 2023 performance in your city.

APPLICATION INFO & AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Applications open: Aug 24
  • Application deadline: Oct 1
  • Instruments: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass
  • Students from 6th grade through 12th grade are eligible to apply.
  • Applicants must submit a video of up to 10 minutes of music that best represents their current level to be considered for participation.
    • The recording submission can be one or two selections.
    • All submissions must be a YouTube link. We recommend that the link be a private link.
    • All recordings must have been made in the past 12 months.
  • A limited number of participants will be chosen.
  • Applicants will be considered until all spots are filled. Space is limited. Apply as early as possible for maximum consideration!
  • Applicants can apply in one or both cities. (Please note: A separate application fee must be submitted for each city.)

APPLICATIONS FOR 2023 ARE NOW CLOSED

Please complete the online application, submit video recordings, and submit the $60 application fee.

Participants will be notified of their acceptance on a rolling basis.

Applications Closed

NEXT GEN 2023 FACULTY

Hye-Jin Kim, violin/viola
Ara Gregorian, violin/viola
Jorge Richter, violin/viola
Emanuel Gruber, cello
J. Christopher Buddo, bass
Yeesun Kim, cello guest faculty
Nicholas Kitchen, violin/viola guest faculty

Felix Mendelssohn’s Octet in E-flat Major, Op. 20 – I. Allegro moderato ma con fuoco

Recorded live at Next Gen 2016 at A.J. Fletcher Recital Hall on the campus of East Carolina University in Greenville, NC.
VIOLINS: Ara Gregorian (ECU Faculty Artist), Sarah Cox (ECU Student), Sarah Grace Bindrim (ECU Student), Hye-Jin Kim (ECU Faculty Artist)
VIOLAS: Márta Hortobágyi Lambert (Next Gen Alum), Meredith Harris (Next Gen Alum)
CELLO: Colin Carr (Next Gen Guest Artist), Jesse Smith (Next Gen Alum)