From Around the World to Staunton: #Heifetz2025
157 young musicians. 14 countries. One unforgettable summer of talent.
They range in age from 7 to 27, hail from 14 countries, and come to us from prestigious conservatories, public schools, international academies, and more. And many of them are no strangers to Staunton, as nearly one third are returning Heifetz alums.
All told, the 157 remarkable young artists of #Heifetz2025 make up one of the largest, most gifted, and most globally diverse cohorts ever to gather under the Heifetz banner.
This year marked our most competitive admissions season to date, and while we wish we could have admitted even more outstanding applicants, we are deeply grateful to everyone who shared their talent, passion, and artistry with us.
Meet the full 2025 Student Roster—and get your first glimpse of the next Heifetz performer who just might take your breath away.
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Play it Forward – The Heifetz Ensemble in Residence at A Place to Be
Play it Forward – The Heifetz Ensemble in Residence at A Place to Be
Four returning Heifetz 2025 students join faculty pianist Andrew Rosenblum for an intimate evening previewing the 2025 Festival of Concerts. Featuring dazzling solo works, captivating sonatas, and the crown jewel of the evening—Dvořák’s radiant Piano Quintet No. 2.
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Play it Forward – The Heifetz Ensemble in Residence at Heartstone
Play it Forward – The Heifetz Ensemble in Residence at Heartstone
Four returning Heifetz 2025 students join faculty pianist Andrew Rosenblum for an intimate evening previewing the 2025 Festival of Concerts. Featuring dazzling solo works, captivating sonatas, and the crown jewel of the evening—Dvořák’s radiant Piano Quintet No. 2.
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Stars of Tomorrow I—2025 Festival of Concerts
Stars of Tomorrow I—2025 Festival of Concerts
A compelling showcase for breathtaking performances by extraordinary Heifetz Senior Division students, in both solo and chamber works in collaboration with Heifetz faculty pianists and string teachers.
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Chamber Music Matinee I—2025 Festival of Concerts
Chamber Music Matinee I—2025 Festival of Concerts
Our free Friday afternoon matinees are back at the American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse with thrilling solo and chamber music performances in this iconic venue in historic downtown Staunton.
Celebrity Series I—2025 Festival of Concerts
Celebrity Series I—2025 Festival of Concerts
Our Friday night concerts featuring the star-studded Heifetz Institute faculty. The complimentary pre-concert “Heifetz Happy Hour”—offering the finest regional wine, beer, and other light refreshments—moves indoors in 2025 to the air-conditioned comfort of Pearce Science Center.
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Junior Division Showcase I—2025 Festival of Concerts
Junior Division Showcase I—2025 Festival of Concerts
The Institute’s youngest performers, aged 7–14, now dazzle on the Heifetz main stage of Francis Auditorium.
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Sunday Matinee I—2025 Festival of Concerts
Sunday Matinee I—2025 Festival of Concerts
Our popular Sunday series comes to JMU's renowned Forbes Center for the first time! Featuring Heifetz students, faculty, alumni, and special guests , with pride of place given to the members of our Heifetz Chamber Music Seminar in full performances of chamber music masterworks.
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Stars of Tomorrow II—2025 Festival of Concerts
Stars of Tomorrow II—2025 Festival of Concerts
A compelling showcase for breathtaking performances by extraordinary Heifetz Senior Division students, in both solo and chamber works in collaboration with Heifetz faculty pianists and string teachers.








