The Making of Seminar 9 | Part One
Orchestral Strings: From Baroque to Romanticism Led by renowned violinist, soloist, and pedagogue Emilio Percan, the Classical Orchestral Course: From Baroque to Romanticism course focused on string chamber orchestra performance, exploring repertoire from the Baroque through the Romantic period. Participants worked closely with Maestro Percan on a carefully selected program featuring diverse musical styles and rarely performed works. […]
FAME’S February Concerts Series
FAME’S Institute I February Concert Series Two concerts. Two musical worlds. One stage. Welcome to FAME’S Institute. This February, 30 young European musicians from across Europe take the stage for two exceptional concerts Studio to Stage and Finding the Groove, each exploring a distinct musical universe. FAME’S Institute is a European orchestral program for skilled European young musicians, offering intensive courses that combine orchestral […]
A Word from the Vivancos Quartet
On 04.09.2026, we welcomed the Vivancos Quartet to the FAME’S Institute. Over the course of their stay, they mentored two student quartets on the art and practice of quartet life. We got in touch with Quartet Vivancos, who had a word to share about their stay at the FAME’S Institute: From Vivancos we have amazing […]
Our Annual Roadmap
Welcome back to the FAME’S Institute. Happy new year! We’re beyond excited to bring you another year of orchestral exploration, performance, rehearsing, and recording. As the year progresses, we would like to keep all of you in the loop about all our activities, courses, seminars, and ways that you can join our very own orchestral […]
Vivancos Quartet Residency
In collaboration with Le Dimore del Quartetto and the Vivancos Quartet, FAME’S Institute successfully hosted the second phase of the quartet residency, which took place from November 29 to December 2 at FAME’S Studio. During the four-day residency, the Vivancos Quartet worked intensively at FAME’S Institute, focusing on both professional recording sessions and in-depth rehearsal work. The ensemble recorded Dmitri Shostakovich’s […]
February 2026 Course: Finding the Groove, with Tim Redmond and Douglas Marriner
The February Open Call closes on December 25, 2025. Course 2: “Finding the Groove” – Tim Redmond & Douglas Marriner (February 12–17, 2026, For Strings, Oboe, Jazz Musicians, and Percussion) This hybrid orchestral–jazz project is led by conductor Tim Redmond (Guildhall School of Music and Drama; London Symphony Orchestra) and jazz drummer Douglas Marriner (New York–based performer and […]
February 2026 Course: From Studio to Stage, with Daniel Rowland
Course 1: “Studio to Stage” with Daniel Rowland (February 5–10, 2026, For String Players) The February Open Call Closes on December 25, 2025. Led by violinist Daniel Rowland, founder of the Stift International Music Festival and Professor at the Royal College of Music in London, this six-day recording course offers advanced string students the opportunity to engage in […]
February 2026 Open Call
The February Open Call Closes on December 25. Course 1: “Studio to Stage” with Daniel Rowland (February 5–10, 2026, For String Players) Led by violinist Daniel Rowland, founder of the Stift International Music Festival and Professor at the Royal College of Music in London, this six-day recording course offers advanced string students the opportunity to […]
Seminar #10: September | Behind the Scenes
FAME’S Institute Orchestral & Opera Programs September 2025 – Behind the Scenes During September 2025, FAME’S Institute hosted a series of advanced chamber music and opera orchestral programs, bringing together young European musicians, renowned mentors, and international partners for an intensive month of artistic collaboration. Chamber Music Course (September 04 – 08, 2025) The Chamber Music String […]
Seminar #9 | July: Behind the Scenes
From Heritage, Film Music to Passion In July 2025, FAME’S Institute presented a unique three-part orchestral program designed for European classical musicians interested in expanding their artistic skills and exploring new musical styles. Held at FAME’S Studio in Skopje, North Macedonia, the program brings together internationally recognised mentors and performers, offering participants an intensive and diverse musical experience. […]