Berkshire High Peaks Application

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We are now accepting applications for this summer’s intensive IN-PERSON residency, July 23 – August 3, 2025, for violinists, violists, cellists, pianists and vocalists. Tuition is $1,750. We consider financial assistance for those who need it.

The application deadline has been extended to Monday, April 28, 2025.

STEP 1: Complete the online form below or contact info@cewm.org for a PDF version. Contact info@cewm.org with questions.

BHPF 2025 Application

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STEP 2: Send in the $75 nonrefundable application fee. Pay online here, call using your credit card at 800.843.0778 or send check payable to “Close Encounters With Music — Berkshire High Peaks Festival” to our mailing address.

STEP 3: If you are a first-time applicant, please email us a link showing a sample of your playing or send a CD or DVD to our mailing address.

MAILING ADDRESS:
Berkshire High Peaks Festival
PO Box 34
Great Barrington, MA 01230

Important Information

Festival Dates: Wednesday, July 23 – Sunday, August 3, 2025

Application Deadline: Extended to Monday, April 28, 2025. Space is Limited.

Admission Results: TBA

Non-refundable application fee: $75

Tuition: $1,750.00. Includes: 3 private lessons over the course of the festival, participate in master classes by our faculty and guests, enjoy discussions by prominent composers and renowned pedagogues, and performances in front of live audiences. You may pay the tuition here.