Welcome to the pinnacle of musical excellence - the 2025 International Young Musician Academy (IYMA) and Yehudi Menuhin School Music Course. As two esteemed institutions in the realm of classical music education, we are proud to join forces to present an unparalleled opportunity for young musicians to immerse themselves in a transformative musical experience.
The International Young Musician Academy (IYMA) stands as a beacon of musical innovation and education, dedicated to nurturing the next generation of musical prodigies. With a legacy of fostering talent and pushing the boundaries of musical expression, IYMA is renowned for its commitment to excellence and its unwavering support for young musicians worldwide.
In collaboration with the legendary Yehudi Menuhin School, founded by the iconic violinist Yehudi Menuhin, we are thrilled to offer a summer camp that embodies the spirit of musical mastery and artistic exploration. The Yehudi Menuhin School, synonymous with unparalleled musical training and mentorship, continues to uphold its legacy of excellence, inspiring generations of musicians to reach new heights of achievement.
At the 2025 IYMA and Yehudi Menuhin School Music Course, aspiring pianists, violinists, and cellists will have the extraordinary opportunity to refine their craft under the guidance of world-class instructors. Through a rich curriculum of master classes, ensemble rehearsals, and individual coaching sessions, students will cultivate their technical prowess and artistic sensibility, all while forging lifelong friendships with fellow musicians from around the globe.
As we embark on this musical journey together, we invite you to join us in celebrating the transformative power of music and the boundless potential of young talent. Whether you aspire to become a virtuoso performer or simply wish to deepen your love for music, the 2025 IYMA and Yehudi Menuhin School Music Course promises to be an unforgettable experience that will inspire, challenge, and enrich your musical journey for years to come.
International Young Musicians Academy and the Yehudi Menuhin School present a series of masterclasses, concerts and individual lessons.
Students from across the globe will meet at the famous Yehudi Menuhin School in Greater London to learn from some of the most respected teachers in the world drawn from the faculty of the Yehudi Menuhin School and the UK Royal Schools of Music.
The programme will run from 13th - 18th July 2025
(Arrival date 12th July 2025. Checkout date 18th July 2025)
Faculty will include
PIANO
Jeremy Young, Head of Piano Chamber Music - Royal Northern College of Music
Joanna MacGregor, Head of Piano - Royal Academy of Music
Ashley Wass, Director of Music - Yehudi Menuhin School
Richard Uttley, Professor - Royal College of Music
CELLO
Hannah Roberts, Professor, - Royal Academy & Royal Northern College of Music
Jakub Kullberg, Professor - Royal College of Music
Una Cho, Professor - Royal College of Music & Yehudi Menuhin School
Leandro Silvera, Head of Strings - Eton College
VIOLIN
Zhi Jong Wang, Deputy Director of Orchestral Instruments - Shanghai Conservatoire
Alex Reddington, Professor - Royal Academy and Yehudi Menuhin School
2 Special Professors - To be confirmed
Student Timetable
8.00am | Breakfast |
9.00am | Lesson |
10.00am | Practice |
11.00am | Masterclass |
1.00pm | Lunch |
2.00pm | Practice |
3.00pm | Rehearsal with pianist |
4.00pm | Practice/free time |
5.00pm | Chamber Music Rehearsal |
5.45pm | Musicianship |
6.30pm | Dinner |
7.45pm | Concert |
9.00pm | Free time |
10.00pm | Bedtime |