Festival & Academy Aigues-Vives en Musiques 2026

Judith Ingolfsson & Vladimir Stoupel, Artistic Directors

August 2 – August 8, 2026
Arrival: August 2 | Departure: August 9

Faculty

Judith Ingolfsson – Violin, Viola
Professor of Violin, Peabody Institute (Johns Hopkins University)
Ana Luque Fernandez – Violin
Faculty, Conservatorio Superior de Música de Granada
Friedemann Ludwig – Violoncello
Solo Cello, Konzerthausorchester Berlin
Vladimir Stoupel – Piano
Faculty, Peabody Institute (Johns Hopkins University)

Course Description

The Aigues-Vives Academy offers an intensive and highly personalized program for advanced young musicians within the setting of an international chamber music festival.

The curriculum includes:

• Individual instruction
• Chamber music coaching
• Performance classes
• Public performance opportunities

Each participant receives a minimum of three individual lessons during the course of the week. 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 festival.

Participants will be informed of their repertoire and ensemble assignments upon acceptance. Materials will be provided in advance to allow for thorough preparation.

The final concerts take place on August 8. Departure is scheduled for the morning of August 9. Early arrivals and/or late departures cannot be accommodated by the festival. In keeping with the spirit of the festival, selected rehearsals and classes may be open to the public.

Tuition

Active Participants: €1,250 (all-inclusive)

The fee includes:

• Accommodation and meals
• Individual lessons
• Chamber music coaching
• Participation in performance class
• Public performance opportunities
• Free admission to all festival concerts

Passive Participants: €400

The fee includes:

• Access to all lessons, masterclasses and selected rehearsals
• Free admission to all festival concerts

Accommodation is not included for passive participants.

Application

Application Deadline: June 1, 2026

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early application is encouraged due to limited capacity.

Application Fee: €60

The application fee is non-refundable but will be applied toward tuition upon acceptance. Applications will only be processed once the fee has been received.

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.