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About Sacramento String Academy
Sacramento String Academy is an educational program of the American Foundation for Music dedicated to providing young musicians with intensive string instruction, ensemble training, masterclasses, and meaningful performance opportunities.
Following its 2026 program, the Academy will return to Sacramento from July 19 through August 2, 2027, with an expanded program designed to serve approximately 95 young musicians with a faculty of approximately 22 professional teachers, conductors, and music educators.
The Academy brings students and experienced musicians together in a focused and inspiring environment designed to strengthen technical skills, musicianship, ensemble experience, artistic confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for music.
2027 Academy Program
Individual Instruction
Focused instruction with experienced string faculty.
Technique & Musicianship
Scales, arpeggios, études, intonation, tone production, and technical development.
Ensemble Training
Students develop listening, collaboration, rhythm, and ensemble performance skills.
Orchestra & Chamber Music
Rehearsal and performance experience in collaborative settings.
Masterclasses
Educational sessions led by faculty and guest artists.
Performance & Evaluation
Opportunities for students to demonstrate their musical growth and accomplishments.
Who We Serve
Sacramento String Academy welcomes developing young string musicians seeking to strengthen their technique, musicianship, ensemble experience, and performance skills.
2027 Program at a Glance
95
22
15 Days
Sacramento, CA
Students anticipated
Faculty members anticipated
intensive musical education
Program location
2026 Academy Highlights
The 2026 Sacramento String Academy brought together young musicians, teachers, conductors, and families for an intensive period of musical study, collaboration, and performance. Students participated in structured instruction, technical development, ensemble rehearsals, examination preparation, and performance opportunities.
Faculty & Artistic Leadership
Sacramento String Academy brings together experienced professional musicians, educators, conductors, and guest artists committed to the artistic and technical development of young musicians.
Building the Next Generation of Musicians
Sacramento String Academy provides young musicians with concentrated opportunities for artistic growth, mentorship, collaboration, and performance.
Through intensive instruction and ensemble participation, students strengthen not only their musical abilities but also discipline, confidence, teamwork, creativity, and a deeper connection to their communities through music.
A Program of the American Foundation for Music
Sacramento String Academy is a program of the American Foundation for Music (AFFM), a nonprofit organization recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
AFFM advances music and culture through performance, education, and cultural exchange while creating opportunities for musicians and audiences throughout the United States and internationally.
Support Sacramento String Academy
Your support helps the American Foundation for Music expand access to high-quality music education, engage outstanding educators and artists, provide educational materials and resources, and create meaningful performance opportunities for young musicians.
Sacramento String Academy 2027
July 19 – August 2, 2027
Sacramento, California
Presented by:
American Foundation for Music
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