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Fees and Application

PLEASE NOTE:  This workshop is SOLD OUT.
However, we invite you to join our waiting list as we do experience cancellations due to illness or injury
​that prevents being able to play an instrument or when family or work obligations arise unexpectedly. 
When: March 27-April 3, 2022
Workshop begins with dinner on Sunday evening and ends with breakfast the following Sunday.​
Where: Budapest, Hungary
​Cello Rentals will be available!
We have made arrangements to rent cellos in Budapest.
​Cost for renting a cello for one week is $125 per cello per week.​
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Fisherman's Bastion, Buda Castle
​Accommodations and Price
Built in 1913, the Radisson Blu Béke Hotel invites you to step back in time. Its elegant traditional exterior partners well with the stained-glass windows and frescoes created by Hungarian artist Jenő Haranghy. Ideally located close to both the business and shopping districts, the hotel is within walking distance of the famous Andrássy Street, the State Opera House, and concerts at the Liszt Music Academy. Plenty of restaurants and cafés are located within easy walking distance. Each room includes complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, individual climate control, in-room coffee and tea facilities, minibar and electronic safe. Bathrooms are equipped with a bath or large shower and a hair dryer. 
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Participating Musicians
Single occupancy $3,350 per person 
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Double occupancy $2,950 per person
Non-Playing Guests and Spouses
Single occupancy $2,750 per person 
Double occupancy $2,350 per person
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Radisson Blu Beke Hotel, Guest Room
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Radisson Blu Beke Hotel, Lobby Lounge
Included:
  • 7 nights accommodation in 4-star plus Radisson Blu Beke Hotel, inclusive of all taxes and complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Buffet breakfast daily, five lunches and two dinners; meals inclusive of taxes & gratuities 
  • All conference activities: daily coaching sessions, masterclass, small group tours
  • Guest and Spouse tours 
Exclusions: 
  • ​Travel to Budapest, Hungary
  • Transfers from Budapest Airport to Radisson Blu Beke Hotel
  • Passport fees, excess baggage; trip cancellation insurance (STRONGLY RECOMMENDED!)
  • Any other items not specifically mentioned as included 

What to expect / physical activity

All participants must be in generally good health. Any condition that may require assistance or special medical attention must be reported at the time of your application. Participation in the tours for this program requires the fitness to be expected of everyday walking and stair climbing, and to be able to walk 2-3 miles unaided. Walking in historic districts frequently involves navigating uneven surfaces. Many historic venues do not have an elevator available and require use of the staircase. Museum visits frequently involve standing for up to 20 minutes.

Application process, deadlines and payments

The faculty welcomes pre-formed groups as well as individual musicians. Please note that enrollment is limited to 32 participant musicians each week. Acceptance will depend upon the number of applicants and the need for balanced instrumentation in assembling the participants into full ensembles. 
Fees include a non-refundable deposit of $500 per participant and $300 per guest. 
Registration deadline is October 31, 2021. Payment in full is due by November 30, 2021. No refunds after November 30, 2021. In the case of applicants who are not accepted, deposits will be returned. 
​We strongly recommend personal travel insurance to cover the possibility of your unexpected cancellation. 

Airline Partner - Lufthansa Group

As our Preferred Airline for the conference, Lufthansa Group is providing special prices and conditions to participants and guests attending the workshop. Upon acceptance to the program, you will be provided with a website link to a special airfare search engine that you can use to select airfares on any of the Lufthansa Group partners, including code share flights on United Airlines. 
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Further information and details

Please contact us at (718) 852-1208 or by email at: workshops@scherzo-travel.com

Join us in March 2022 in Budapest!

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  • Chamber Music Workshops
    • Workshop Faculty
    • March 2023 Retreat
    • Resource Guide
  • Patron Travel Programs
  • Travel Insurance
  • Contact Us