Meadowmount School of Music

Meadowmount School of Music is a summer home for rising generations of violinists, violists, and cellists. For more than 80 years, it has served students who come to focus on their musical growth on these string instruments. The program is known as Meadowmount School of Music and is led in admissions and artistic administration by Emily Heckel, Director of Admissions and Artistic Administration.

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For more than 80 years, Meadowmount School of Music has been described as America’s most respected and beloved summer home for rising generations of violinists, violists, and cellists. Its mission states that in an ever-changing world, the effort and discipline needed to develop the necessary tools for artistic expression remain constant, and that Meadowmount continues to instill these values in its students. The school has launched a planned giving program in honor of its founders, Ivan and Judith Galamian. Emily Heckel serves as Director of Admissions and Artistic Administration.

Parents, students, and artists have shared testimonials about their experiences. Jaime Laredo said, “I had three students attend Meadowmount last summer. They loved it and thrived! They are hooked on the Meadowmount School of Music and will return as often as possible. I couldn’t be happier or more appreciative of what Meadowmount has to offer my students.” Former student Huali Dang said, “Most importantly, Meadowmount is a place of wonderful musical growth. Every day, I focused on my practicing. I will never forget the years I spent at Meadowmount.” Qian Yang described the experience by saying, “My summer at Meadowmount was truly an invaluable experience.” Yo-Yo Ma stated, “In an ever-changing world, the effort and discipline needed to develop the necessary tools for artistic expression remain constant. Meadowmount continues to instill these values in its students.”

Last updated May 29, 2026.