The Chanlan Lee Scholarship was instituted in memory of Chanlan Lee.  Chanlan was the youngest recipient of an NBS scholarship and a rising star in the young musician arena.  He tragically passed away at the age of 8 due to viral encephalitis.  We honor Chanlan, his family, and his lasting impression on the community with this scholarship.

Chanlan Lee Scholarship Auditions

August 6, 2010 – 5pm

To reserve a spot for the auditions, please call (610) 896-5105 or e-mail nbsmusic@comcast.net

Come this summer to see how much you can learn!  Whether you look to have an intensive music experience or finally have time for lessons,  our faculty and exquisite programs provide each student with a memorable experience that is proven in their progress.

Sign up for summer lessons with this form.

Summer Registration Form 2010

Summer Camp Brochure 2010

Summer Camp Daily Curriculum 2010

• 45 min – 1 hour – Individual Lessons
• 1 hour theory classes
• 1 hour performance classes
• Chamber classes – duets, trios, etc.
• 2^nd instrument classes – If desired, students who are interested in trying a new instrument, may do so.
• Supervised practice – 2 hours
  • Students will be supervised by NBS graduates
• 45 minute sport session at the end of the day
• 2 snacks included
• Friends for a lifetime!

TO REGISTER, CALL (610) 896-5105 or E-MAIL nbsmusic@comcast.net

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Main Line Arts Sampler in the News!

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Jeremy Keppelman, harp

Reno, NV

1^st Place

Max Song, cello

Lansdale, PA

2^nd Place

Janet Wu, piano

King of Prussia, PA

3^rd Place

Jonathan Adler, piano

Merion, PA

3^rd Place

Joseph Morag, violin

New York, NY

Outstanding Young Musician: Age 6-8

Carson Atlas, piano

Haverford, PA

Audience Favorites

Carson Atlas

Haverford, PA

Sarah Kim

Wallingford, PA

Audrey Kindsfather

Moorestown, NJ

Congratulations to our winners and all the participants in the very first Young Classical Music Idol.  We hope to see you all next year!

by Monica Yant Kinney
The Philadelphia Inquirer

“Six months ago, Carson Atlas’ entire piano repertoire consisted of “Amazing Grace,” a song he taught himself noodling around on his family’s Baldwin.

On May 8, the 8-year-old third grader from Haverford will put on a tiny tuxedo and take the stage at the Annenberg Center for the finals of a hard-fought national “Classical Music Idol” competition in which the newcomer has outplayed performers twice his age who’ve been studying longer than he’s been alive.”   More…

Nelly Berman School of Music holds finals of Young Classical Music Idol

Main Line Times

“The NBS Classical Music Institute, a nonprofit sector of the Nelly Berman School of Music that provides scholarships to young musicians, held auditions for Young Classical Music Idol on March 21. Over 180 students descended upon the school to audition for this one-of-a-kind competition. In its first year, Young Classical Music Idol has reached young musicians not only in the Philadelphia area, but in Virginia, Michigan and Nevada! Students are vying for the top prizes of $2,200 to participate in Golden Key Vienna and a $5,000 Cunningham piano. Only one student will be crowned the first-ever Young Classical Music Idol.”  More…

‘Idol’ competition with a classic twist, something Brendan likes

by Ruth Rovner
Daily Times

“The mood will be suspenseful and full of drama this Saturday, and competition will be intense to choose a new “American Idol.”

But this is a new version of the popular contest. It’s the Young Classical Music Idol competition, and the competitors are talented young musicians who have reached the final round in this first-ever event.”   More…

The Young Classical Music Idol Competition and Festival can be compared to “Backyard Olympics”.  We are providing an environment to young musicians that prepare them for competition both in the music world, but in everyday life.  “Backyard Olympics” looks to train young children with the tenacity and vigor that they would find in serious competitions.  Here, we seek to do the same, but afford students, who might be a little more timid, the ability to perform on stage.  So, in a way, we offer the Olympics and Intramurals.

Young Classical Music Idol Competition and Festival is quickly gaining recognition throughout the region.  We have students from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York and even Maryland.  I’ve talked with David Kim, concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra, about this event and he is genuinely thrilled that we are offering this type of competition.

Canada might have the “Backyard Olympics”, but we have the only Young Classical Music Idol and Competition.

 The Nelly Berman School of Music is pleased to announce the first Young Classical Music Idol Competition! This unique event for musicians aged 5-18 will showcase the amazing talent in the Tri-State area. Auditions will be at NBS on March 21, 2010 from 9am – 1pm.

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