{"id":159,"date":"2026-06-17T22:48:18","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T10:48:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wsa.ac.nz\/?page_id=159"},"modified":"2026-11-06T10:16:38","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T21:16:38","slug":"the-wellington-string-academy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wsa.ac.nz\/","title":{"rendered":"The Wellington String Academy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Wellington String Academy (WSA) is a recently established charitable organisation dedicated to inspiring and nurturing young string players up to the age of 25. Founded on the principles of inspiration, creativity, and inclusivity, WSA provides expert coaching, diverse performance opportunities, and a dynamic learning environment for musicians of all backgrounds.\u00a0The WSA presents beloved teachers from the Wellington region and beyond for projects. In its first year, teachers and coaches have included violinists Konstanze Artmann, Lynley Culliford, Helene Pohl, Jonathan Tanner and Anna van der Zee, violist Sophia Acheson, cellist Rolf Gjelsten, pianists Nicole Chao, Beth Chen, Gabriela Glapska, Richard Mapp, Nadja Mijatovic-Sekicki and Thomas Nikora, and conductor Peter Walls.<br><br>Through its comprehensive programs, the Academy supports the technical and artistic development of violin, viola, cello, and double bass students. Participants enjoy a wide range of activities, including chamber music, masterclasses and workshops led by experienced and passionate coaches committed to fostering both excellence and creativity.<br><br>WSA\u2019s 2026 programme includes\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Excerpt Workshops for applicants to the National Youth Orchestra (NYO) and the New Zealand Secondary Schools Symphony Orchestra (NZSSSO)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extravaganza Performances with preparatory masterclasses &#8211; 5 in total<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discovering the Inner Meaning of the Score sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inaugural Autumn Workshop from 6\u20139 April featuring masterclasses, group instruction, and performance opportunities &#8211; Watch final concert <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/85PSbw8r19c?si=Gdd-DLFd6wbSJ-c_\">here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/helenepohl.com\/cmmw\">Chamber Music Mega Weekend<\/a>\u00a0from 30 May to 1 June for ensembles preparing for the National Chamber Music Competition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WSA&#8217;s 2027 programme includes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>NEW! WSA Summer Programme &#8211; Chamber Music and Solo  Jan 14-17<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excerpt Workshops for applicants to the National Youth Orchestra (NYO) &#8211; February\/March<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Excerpt Workshops for applicants to the New Zealand Secondary Schools Symphony Orchestra (NZSSSO) &#8211; September\/October<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extravaganza Performances with preparatory masterclasses &#8211; watch this space for dates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discovering the Inner Meaning of the Score sessions &#8211; watch this space for dates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WSA Autumn Workshop from 11-14 April featuring masterclasses, group instruction, and performance opportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/helenepohl.com\/cmmw\">Chamber Music Mega Weekend<\/a>\u00a0from 5-7 June for ensembles preparing for the National Chamber Music Competition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SEE &#8220;UPCOMING EVENTS&#8221; PAGE for more info and to register.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Wellington String Academy (WSA) is a recently established charitable organisation dedicated to inspiring and nurturing young string players up to the age of 25. 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