ASQ International Music Academy 2026

About the festivals

The twelfth ASQ International Music Academy will take place in Wellington, New Zealand from Monday 13 until Saturday 18 July 2026. The ASQ International Music Academy is ideally suited to string players with several years of ensemble experience.

Each day, participants will be busy with chamber music coaching and rehearsals taken by members of the Aroha String Quartet. Guest tutors will direct ensembles and classes in technique and musicianship. The timetable includes time to practise, to relax and socialise with other participants. In the evenings, there will be time for informal concerts, workshops, and a sight-reading soiree, as well as other social events. The ASQ International Music Academy will culminate in a Gala Concert on the evening of Saturday 18 July.

The ASQ International Music Academy is ideally suited to string players with a minimum standard of Grade VI. Pre-formed chamber ensembles are encouraged to apply. Participants not in an existing group will be organised into ensembles for coaching. Music will be sent out in advance.

While our website is being rebuilt, the Academy brochure is available at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XUtp5w26ikqSiVFZsjoYAdu3Z7XWKcRy/view?usp=drivesdk

Online registrations are due by Sunday 15 March 2026 via https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UjIna5IjK9SUDtfRlJl7qYdy5WqOG3_X/view?usp=drivesdk