ASAP! YOUTH ENSEMBLE

GRADES 5-12 • JAMES & KRYSTYANA CZEINER, KAITLIN CLARK, AND ALISSA MONTELEONE

Youth Ensemble participants play violin and viola.

The ASAP! Youth Ensemble brings together a community of young musicians from northwest CT to refine their orchestral abilities, engage in creative composition, attend a field trip, and gear up for a performance.

The Youth Ensemble is led by teaching artists James and Krystyana Czeiner, both accomplished musicians, Juilliard alumni, and Grammy recipients. This vibrant duo steer an enriching and challenging musical experience where students enhance their understanding and love for orchestral works and increase their skills through innovative techniques. Along the way, students have the opportunity to connect with peers through a fun painting project, see an exciting orchestral performance by the NYC Pops at Carnegie Hall, and perform for friends, family, and the public.

WHERE

Sessions
Schaghticoke Middle School
23 Hipp Rd, New Milford, CT 06776
and
The Silo At Hunt Hill Farm
44 Upland Rd, New Milford, CT 06776

Concerts
The Silo At Hunt Hill Farm
and
Spring Hill Vineyards
292 Bee Brook Road, New Preston, CT 06777

WHEN

View the full schedule
Sessions

Begin Thursday, January 16, 5:45-7:30 pm
Note: Select Wednesdays, 6:45-8:30 pm

Field Trip
NYC Pops at Carnegie Hall
Monday in April, date coming soon

Concerts
Family & Friends Concert
Thursday, May 1 – The Silo at Hunt Hill Farm
ASAP! Celebrates
Saturday, May 31 – Spring Hill Vineyards, 7:00-8:00 pm
Participation in all concerts is a vital part of our program experience and is required for all registered students.

COST

$150
Financial aid available; you must register for this program before applying. Apply here.

Important note: As part of this registration, please send a 60-second sample video of yourself playing your instrument, including a G major scale, to asap@asapct.org.

ASAP! YOUTH ENSEMBLE 2023-2024 SLIDESHOW

The 2024-2025 program is funded in part by The New Milford Commission on the Arts and The Town of New Milford.

students smiling on swing at summer program

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2024-2025 EVENTS

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Celebration of Young Writers

CYP AWARD RESULTS

NOVEMBER 2024 EXHIBIT

View the CYP event details here.

Youth Ensemble participants play violin and viola.

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JANUARY-MAY 2025

Register for a unique orchestral experience! For grades 5-12.