Critically acclaimed violinist Callum Smart works with Longy students in a masterclass for violin.
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BACK STAGE: Callum Smart, violin | Masterclass
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 12:00 pm 1:00 pm
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Critically acclaimed violinist Callum Smart enjoys an international reputation as a performer, pedagogue, and innovator. He is celebrated for the sincerity of his singing line, combining ‘a winning sense of natural authority’ (the Strad) with his ‘utterly convincing’ interpretations (BBC Music Magazine).
Smart has performed a wide range of concerti with major orchestras, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, Philharmonia Orchestra, and more. As a recitalist, he performs duo and trio recitals on the world’s leading stages including Wigmore Hall, Royal Festival Hall, Konzerthaus Berlin, and Auditorium du Louvre.
Back Stage Series
Step inside the creative process and see how a performance takes shape. You’ll watch as artists exchange ideas, experiment with interpretation, and make the choices that bring music to life. These intimate gatherings offer you a rare opportunity to connect with both the music and the musicians in a way that transforms how you experience a concert.
Longy’s performances are free and open to the public, but please register in advance.
Thanks to our partnership with the Massachusetts Cultural Council and their “Card to Culture” program, Longy School of Music of Bard College can offer free tickets to many of our diverse and innovative performance offerings. See the full list of participating “Card to Culture” organizations offering EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare discounts.