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Dr. Johnathan Spence
Dr. Hoorig Poochikian
Emma Hays Johnson

Week 1

St. Mark Presbyterian Church

August 5 - 9, 2025

Tuesday through Friday 1 PM - 5 PM
Saturday (Concert Day) 11 AM - 4 PM

Saint Mark Presbyterian Church
10701 Old Georgetown Road
North Bethesda, Maryland 20852

Student Concert:Saturday, August 9th at 1:30pm​
Faculty Concert:
Saturday, August 9th at 3:00pm

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Week 2

Wycliffe Presbyterian Church in Virginia Beach

August 12 - 16, 2025

Tuesday through Friday 1 PM - 5 PM
Saturday (Concert Day) 11 AM - 4 PM

Wycliffe Presbyterian Church
1445 N Great Neck Rd
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23454

Student Concert: Saturday, August 16th at 1:30pm​
Faculty Concert: Saturday, August 16th at 3:00pm

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Parent Testimonial

“Dr. Johnathan Spence has an energy that is contagious. His knowledge, joy, and love of music is equalled only by his determination to share music with everyone through teaching and performing. He challenges every student, giving them the tools and confidence needed to play to the next level. My daughter, Gabrielle, spent four years as his student. The skills she has gained over the years from Chamber Music Week and private lessons has allowed her to continue her musical journey into college. She has blossomed into a strong, confident violin player and is able to conquer any piece of music.” -Sara C.

A mentor and student performing in the concert

Student Testimonials

"I want to do it again! I love the collaboration and teamwork involved in chamber music. I like learning from different teachers and meeting other students. I feel like I gained a better understanding of how to balance listening to other parts and my own and how to listen to the music all together."

"I gained a lot more confidence in myself, specifically my leading. I also learned a lot about different kinds of sounds I can make and a deeper love to chamber music."

String trio rehearsing: two students and a mentor

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