2026-2027 TCMI Year Round Applications are now open!

Click here to learn more about TCMI Year Round before applying

Program Requirements:
Violin, viola, cello, or double bass students in grades 6-12 are eligible. We accept younger students upon recommendation from private teachers. Students may apply individually or as a pre-formed ensemble.

Acceptance and Placement:
Participation in TCMI is determined by audition, with students placed in ensembles based on experience and age.

Application fee:

$25.00 application fee per family
Application fee charged through Jackrabbit (see steps below)

Deadline to apply is May 31, 2026

For Students Who Are New to TCMI:

STEP 1: Click here to register and enroll New Student(s) in Jackrabbit

STEP 2: Click here to complete the Supplemental Google Form. Your video audition link MUST be submitted on this form for your application to be complete. See below for audition requirements.

Deadline to apply is May 31, 2026

For Students Who Have Previously Participated in TCMI:

STEP 1: Click here to enroll in TCMI Year Round 2026-2027

You will be redirected to the Parent Portal Login. Once you are logged into the Parent Portal, add “TCMI Year-Round 2026-2027 Registration Fee.”

STEP 2: Click here to complete the Supplemental Google Form. Your video audition link MUST be submitted on this form for your application to be complete. See below for audition requirements.

Deadline to apply is May 31, 2026

Audition Requirements:

In order for your application to be considered complete, each of the following recordings must be included in your Supplemental Google Form (STEP 2).

• Individual Applicants:

  1. A solo of one’s choice that best represents the applicant’s playing ability (approx. 1-2 minutes).

  2. Students who have never participated in TCMI must also prepare the following excerpt with the metronome ON. Please make sure metronome is audible in the recording. Click Here for the Metronome Excerpt

  Pre-formed Ensemble Applicants:

  • One movement from the standard quartet repertoire.

Applications are Due May 31st. If you are interested in applying after the deadline, please contact us at info@tetrainstitute.org to see if there are spots available for your student’s instrument/level.

Tuition for TCMI Year Round is $750 for the entire year (August-April).
*TCMI believes that economic circumstances should not keep students from participating in our program. Eligible students may apply for tuition assistance by completing a separate financial aid application.

Financial Aid is made possible by our generous donors. Learn more about donating to TCMI.