Faculty

• Judith Ingolfsson – Violin & Viola | Academy Director
  Professor - Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University
• Vadym Borysov, Violin
  Professor - Ukrainian National Tchaikovsky Academy of Music
• Sif Margrét Tulinius – Violin
  Professor - Iceland University of the Arts
• Ji-Young Kim – Cello
  Lecturer of Cello - Berlin, Jakarta, Seoul
• Friedemann Ludwig – Cello
  Solo Cello - Konzerthausorchester Berlin
• Vladimir Stoupel – Piano
  Faculty - Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University
• Paul Maillet – Piano
  Professor - St. Mary’s Seminary & University

Overview

The Last Rose of Summer Academy offers an intensive and focused program for advanced students of violin, viola, and piano (ages 15+). Set alongside the Last Rose of Summer Festival in Berlin, the Academy combines individual instruction, masterclasses, and performance opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Program

• Individual instruction
• Chamber music coaching
• Performance classes
• Public performance opportunities
• Festival Access – Free admission to all festival concerts

Each participant receives a minimum of six individual lessons during the course. The program is designed to support artistic development at a high level, with particular emphasis on chamber music and collaborative work.

All participants take part in chamber music ensembles. Groups are formed by the faculty, and each ensemble receives multiple coachings. Chamber works will be performed as part of the academy concerts.

Location

Academy concerts take place at the Mendelssohn-Remise in Berlin-Mitte.

Video Audition requirements:

Violin, Viola, Cello

• Two contrasting movements from an unaccompanied work by J.S. Bach
• One movement from a standard concerto or solo work

Piano

• Two contrasting solo works

Application Form

All applications require video recordings.

Application Deadline: June 21, 2026
Application fee: €60

Tuition: 

• Active participant: €1,250
• Passive participant: €400

Tuition does not include accommodation. A list of recommended housing options will be provided upon acceptance.

Fellowship Program

A limited number of fellowships may be awarded to outstanding applicants.

Fellows receive:

• Full tuition waiver
• Accommodation and meals
• Opportunities to perform in festival concerts alongside faculty

Please note that travel expenses are not covered.

Additional Information

The Academy is intentionally limited to a small number of participants in order to ensure an intensive and individualized experience. The program is particularly suited to students preparing for professional careers, competitions, and auditions.