National Universities Residency Series: Winter and Spring 2026 Violinist-Composers: Exploring Music from the Player’s Pen

Residencies at:
University of Miami • Duke University • Johns Hopkins University • Florida State University • University of North Carolina Wilmington • Brandeis University • Northwestern University • University of Washington

This multidisciplinary series explores the creative intersection of performance and composition through the lens of the violinist as both performer and composer. Participants study historical and contemporary violinist-composers, examining their works, influences, and performance practices. Through lectures, discussions, and listening sessions, attendees gain insight into how violinists throughout history have contributed to the repertoire and shaped the evolution of musical expression.