10/14 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

10/21 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

10/28 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

11/4 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

11/18 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

12/2 Concert – 1 pm at Pickman Hall (Students arrive at 11:45 am)

1/13 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

1/20 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

1/27 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

2/3 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

2/10 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

3/2 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

3/9 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

3/16 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

3/23 Rehearsal- 9 am – 12 pm (Student pickup at 12 pm)

4/6  Concert – 1 pm at First Church  (Students arrive at 11:45 am)

10/28 Rehearsal- 12:30 pm- 2:30 pm (Student pickup at 2:30 pm)

11/4 Rehearsal- 12:30 pm- 2:30 pm (Student pickup at 2:30 pm)

11/18 Rehearsal- 12:30 pm- 2:30 pm (Student pickup at 2:30 pm)

12/2 Concert – 1 pm at Pickman Hall (Students arrive at 11:45 am)

1/20 Rehearsal- 12:30 pm- 2:30 pm (Student pickup at 2:30 pm)

1/27 Rehearsal- 12:30 pm- 2:30 pm (Student pickup at 2:30 pm)

2/3 Rehearsal- 12:30 pm- 2:30 pm (Student pickup at 2:30 pm)

2/10 Rehearsal- 12:30 pm- 2:30 pm (Student pickup at 2:30 pm)

3/9 Rehearsal- 12:30 pm- 2:30 pm (Student pickup at 2:30 pm)

3/16 Rehearsal- 12:30 pm- 2:30 pm (Student pickup at 2:30 pm)

2/23 Rehearsal- 12:30 pm- 2:30 pm (Student pickup at 2:30 pm)

4/6  Concert – 1 pm  at First Church  (Students arrive at 11:45 am)

A pizza lunch, drinks, and snacks are provided for all participating Young Artists Chamber Music students.

Music instruction is at its best when it centers the student’s voice, thereby increasing student leadership and a sense of ownership of their education. Side-by-Side does this by placing young people alongside established musicians in a collaborative learning environment where they are viewed as equal contributors. They get to be teachers and students, speakers and listeners, at the same time.  

Honoring process over product, Longy’s Side-by-Side Program follows an apprenticeship model centered on access, inclusion, and equity; throughout the year, students might lead a piece, run a rehearsal, or compose music for a performance. Along the way, they are empowered to view themselves as equals in music-making without the stress of being “good” enough. Open to all music students (grades K-12) of any skill level, this program invites participants to play alongside Longy conservatory students and guest musicians. Learning side-by-side—with each other and from each other.  

Side-by-Side students are invited to:

• Come as they are. Even in group settings, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Whether playing in the Beginner or Intermediate/Advanced group, each student is challenged by facilitators who understand their unique abilities.  
• Join a supportive community. In sharing the stage with the professionals, students build lifelong memories in music. More than that, though, they get a chance to connect with their peers across the state, joining an artistic community that welcomes all. 
• Share input, share experience. Our Artistic Directors and faculty invite Side-by-Side participants to actively influence the program – from how they learn, to which pieces they play, to expressing how they feel. Side-by-Side participants have agency. How they learn, which pieces they play, and what they feel—our Artistic Directors and renowned faculty invite them to share it all. 
• Collaborate with other members of the community. All students also work alongside community partners, such as the Perkins School for the Blind, so that K-12 students and graduate students see themselves as part of a larger world of music-making and community enrichment.

String Orchestra is open to students in all grades who read string orchestra music with basic proficiency (grade 1 music level). Students in this group have usually played for at least two years. Only students who play violin, viola, cello, bass may enroll in this group.

Symphony Orchestra is the Longy Side-By-Side program’s premiere ensemble. This group performs full orchestral pieces (grade 4 music level and up). Students in this group have usually played at least 4 years. Entrance into this ensemble is by invitation of the music directors and may require a placement audition.

All new musicians will be required to submit a placement video with their online registration. Please consult with your site director if you need assistance. The video should be uploaded to google drive, dropbox, a private YouTube channel, or other method that enables the student to share their video via private URL, or uploaded directly. The total length should not exceed 5 minutes. Please upload a single video including the following:

• The student should state their name and announce each selection before playing
• A scale representative of the student’s skill (multiple octaves preferred)
• A solo piece or excerpt that is representative of the student’s current skill. (an exercise, section of an ensemble piece, or other solo are all acceptable)

Vaccination Requirement
For the health and safety of the Longy community, all eligible faculty, staff, and students are required to show proof of vaccination to complete their Side-by-Side registration.

Masking Policy
The current Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus can be spread by fully vaccinated people. The CDC advises fully vaccinated people wear a mask indoors if they live or work in an area of substantial or high transmission. Longy will require masks on campus as long the community rate of transmission is substantial or high. If community transmission rates are moderate or low, wearing masks indoors will be optional for fully vaccinated people. The CDC updates the transmission rate regularly. For your convenience, Longy will post the current rate of transmission and masking requirements at every entrance on Monday morning and send an email to the community.

CDC information on community transmission rates
Additional information on Longy’s COVID-19 response
If you qualify for a medical or religious exemption, in accordance with Massachusetts guidelines, contact Ryan Welsh ([email protected]).