String/Piano Chamber Music

About

The String/Piano Chamber Music Ensemble features small chamber groups—strings only or strings with piano—coached by Cleveland Orchestra members who also serve as Cleveland Institute of Music faculty. CWRU students benefit from an immersive experience that combines private coaching, master classes, and performance opportunities, exploring chamber repertoire from the 18th to 21st centuries. The course emphasizes rehearsal techniques, group dynamics, stylistic interpretation, and the historical context of the music.

Rehearsal day/time is listed as TBD and will be scheduled according to the mutual availability of the students and their coach.

Instructor Information

• Carolyn Warner (piano) – carolyn.warner@cim.edu
• Lisa Boyko (viola) – lisa.boyko@cim.edu
• Bryan Dumm (cello) – bryan.dumm@cim.edu
• Katherine Bormann (violin) – katherine.bormann@cim.edu

Auditions

• Strings: Follow the Symphony Orchestra audition information.
• Piano: Contact Carolyn Warner to schedule an audition before or during the first week of the fall semester. There are typically 3–4 piano slots available each semester.

Registration

Enrollment permission is granted in the Student Information System (SIS) after a successful audition or during the first week of class. Once permissions are granted (before the Drop/Add period ends), students should return to their SIS account to register for the appropriate MUEN course.

The Drop/Add period ends on the second Friday of each semester.

Access Fall 2026 Course Syllabus

Master Classes & Concerts

2026–2027

Past Programs

Repertoire Highlights