ChamberFest Nashville
ChamberFest Nashville is an exciting new opportunity for pre-college students to study and perform chamber music works. Each group will receive personalized coaching and feedback from multiple experienced faculty members. Students will also explore the art of communication and musical collaboration.
ChamberFest is Postponed. Instead, please join us at the first
NAMTA Masterclass Series
October 28, 2026 at 7pm
The Violin Shop on 8th Avenue
Connie Heard, clinician
Join renowned violinist and pedagogue Connie Heard for an inspiring violin masterclass as part of the inaugural NAMTA Masterclass Series on October 28, 2026, at The Violin Shop in Nashville. Performers and observers alike will have the opportunity to learn from Prof. Heard's musical insight, with Q&A on applying to music school following the masterclass. All proceeds benefit the Nashville Area Music Teachers Association Young Artist Achievement Awards.
Performers will be nominated by their teachers, and the 2 spots will be filled in the order requests are made. Non-Performing Participants do not need reservations. The event is also free for all NAMTA teachers. This event is open to the general public, and all are welcome!
The Violin Shop has generously donated their space to support this event.
Performers $60 (limit 2)
*Performing Participants MUST confirm with Christina McGann at christina.mcgann@vanderbilt.edu before registering. There are only 2 spots available.
Non-Performing Participants $15
NAMTA Teachers - free
Guidelines and Information
More information coming soon!