Young Musicians Summit

June 22-28, 2026

A collaboration with Bravo! Vail Music Makers Haciendo Música and other classical music organizations. For 2026, participants will receive an opportunity to play side-by-side with and be coached by members of Academy of St. Martin in the Fields and Music Director Joshua Bell.

Applications open February 1-27, 2026

Eligibility Requirements

the applicant is between the ages of 13-18
the applicant plays violin, viola, cello, or bass
the applicant resides in the United States
the applicant studies with a private teacher or has access to a school provided mentor
the applicant can play 2-3 octave scales up to three flats and three sharps
the applicant is proficient in techniques such as bow control, intonation, shifting, and vibrato
If you live outside of Eagle County, you must be willing to attend with a parent or guardian who can transport you to and from rehearsals and stay in overnight discounted housing or provide your own housing. Discount housing codes will be provided upon acceptance.

What to expect?

Get Training – Improve your playing and technique through rehearsals and workshops from Bravo! Vail’s teaching staff and musicians in residence.

Build Friendships – Connect with a new group of young musicians through ensemble playing, music appreciation, and social activities.

Immerse Yourself – Enjoy the full experience of attending a live orchestra performance at Bravo! Vail Music Festival.

Explore the Area – Discover the natural beauty of Vail, Colorado.

Perform a Concert – Young Musicians Summit culminates in a large ensemble student performance at Bravo! Vail Music Festival.

Students should be proficient at reading music and have prior experience in playing in an ensemble. See below for detailed prerequisites. Applications are required.

Step 1.

Prepare the following videos:
- 1. Two scales
- 2. Two contrasting solo works
- 3. Excerpt provided for your instrument.
- 4. Recording Instructions

Step 2.

We partner with Acceptd logo to host our applications. Please click here to learn more and begin your application.

Step 3.

Request Letter of Recommendation

Tuition is $1200, link to register will be sent with admission notification.

Location will be:

Edwards Interfaith Chapel
32138 US-6 E
Edwards, CO
81632

Transportation, when needed to social activities, will be provided by an Eagle County School District bus. Parents or Guardians will be required to pick up students at the end of the evening activities.

Out-of-town students requiring overnight housing must stay with a parent or guardian. Local discount housing is available at an estimated cost of $1070 for the week. Additional information will be provided upon acceptance.

For details contact education@BravoVail.org.

Students should bring their instruments, music, pencil, portable music stand to practice in lodging, metronome, rosin, water bottle, sunscreen, rain jacket, outdoor shoes, and performance attire consisting of black bottoms, white tops, black socks or stockings, black dress shoes.

Overnight supplies to prepare should include pajamas and toiletries. Snacks are welcome and meals will be provided.

All teaching staff and Festival artists are professionally background checked.

Students will be under the supervision of our teaching staff throughout the educational and social portions of the daily schedule. Select teaching staff are first aid certified. Our teaching and performing venues have access to AED equipment.

Clich here to view a sample daily schedule.

Aileen Pagán-Rohwer | Administrator, Cello Instructor, Ensemble Coach

Janie Peto | Conductor

Emily Waldman | Violin & Viola Instructor

Charles Hebenstreit | Violin & Viola Instructor

Cello Instructor TBD Bass Instructor TBD