2026 Advanced Program, Preludio Program & Sonare Program Application

2026 Advanced Program, Preludio Program & Sonare Program Application

Please secure your application by sending a $25 application fee at the bottom of this form.
Student Name*

First NameLast Name
Student Email*
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Student Address*

Street Address

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CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Student Instrument*

CelloViolin
Which program are you applying to? (Check all that you would like to be considered for)

Advanced Violin Program (Suzuki book 7 and up)Advanced Cello Program (Suzuki book 6 and up)Preludio Violin Program (major concerti)Sonare Cello Program (major concerti)
Student Age*
as of June 26, 2026
If your musician is 13 years or older, they are eligible and encouraged to stay in the teen dorm. Please indicate if you plan to have your student stay in the dorm.*

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Audition requirements:

Advanced Violin/Cello Program: include two contrasting pieces at or above the required level (Suzuki book 7 for violin, Suzuki book 6 for cello). If you also hope to be considered for the Preludio or Sonare Programs, the audition requirements listed below for each program are all you need to submit.

Preludio Program: One memorized movement of a major concerto (piano accompaniment encouraged) and one contrasting piece.

Sonare Program: One movement of a standard concerto (exposition only) and one contrasting piece, preferably by a living or underrepresented composer.
Audition Piece #1 title, movement (if applicable) and composer*
Audition Piece #2 title, movement (if applicable) and composer*
Link to audition videos: Please make YouTube videos “unlisted”. “Private” links may not be able to be viewed by the entire committee.*
Please list any etude books, scale studies, or technique books, etc. you have studied in recent years.
Please list any other pieces you have studied outside of the Suzuki repertoire, if applicable.
Home Teacher*
Has your Home Teacher approved the above video auditions?*

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Home Teacher Email*
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Parent/Guardian Full Name*

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Parent/Guardian Email*
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Application Fee*
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2025 Advanced Program Application Fee
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2026 Advanced Program, Preludio Program & Sonare Program Application

You will receive a confirmation email to the address listed above once your form and payment are submitted. Check your spam folder, then please contact Ithacainstitute@gmail.com if you do not receive a confirmation.