Master Classes at the JCC Thurnauer School of Music

Master Classes at the JCC Thurnauer School of Music

At Thurnauer, we are proud to have presented more than 100 master classes since 1995, providing valuable opportunities to learn and be inspired by world-class artists to hundreds of students and thousands of audience members. The purpose of our master classes is to engage young performers at every level. They are also designed as career development opportunities for New Jersey’s music educators, exposing them to innovative, exciting teaching techniques.  

Participation in the master class is by auditions, with students nominated by their teachers. If you or your students have interest in any of our coming events, please submit a nomination form.

Upcoming events: 

Cellist Zvi Plesser on Sun, Mar 23, 2025, at 3:30pm  

About Zvi Plesser
International soloist, chamber musician, educator and music director 
Faculty, The Juilliard School of Music  

Violinist Mark Steinberg on Thurs, May 8, 2025, at 4 pm  
Nomination Deadline: April 6 
Auditions: April 27

About Mark Steinberg
Chamber musician and recitalist 
First violin, The Brentano Quartet 
Violin faculty, The Mannes College of Music at the New School 

Questions?
Check out our Master Class FAQ's

Audience attendance is free and open to the public.  Please join us for these educational and inspirational afternoons!