The Princeton String Academy

Princeton String Academy Announces New Chamber Music Program

PRINCETON – March 30, 2004 – The Princeton String Academy continues to expand its program with the introduction of a new chamber music study week. The new Chamber Week program is an intensive study of chamber music, with each student taking part in a small ensemble. Chamber Week culminates in a concert April 30 at 7 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Dutch Neck, 154 South Mill Road. An informal reception follows the free performance.

“Students play to the level we expect them to achieve, so it’s important that we continue to challenge them with new expectations. Chamber music playing requires them to learn to be sensitive to what the other players are playing, as well as to their own intonation and rhythm, and simultaneously, to be independent in the playing of their own musical line,” explained Music Director Paul Manulik. Students are matched according to playing level and experience in quartets, trios and small choirs.

“We have already begun preparing for Chamber Week so the players have time to learn their parts. That way, when they come together for rehearsals during Chamber Week, they can focus on making their music come together as a piece where the lead voice shifts from player to player, much like a drama on stage.” Mr. Manulik said.

This is the first chamber music performance given by the school. “We’re looking forward to sharing our premiere chamber concert with those who already enjoy this type of music, and to introducing chamber music to new listeners,” said Mr. Manulik. Princeton String Academy hosts two formal recitals each year, plus informal concerts presented in various settings around the community.

The Princeton String Academy, led by Music Director Paul Manulik, offers violin and viola instruction to students as young as three. Using the proven Suzuki Method that emphasizes development of natural talent, students study in both private lessons and weekly group classes. The private school was founded in 2000 and has an enrollment of approximately 50.

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