Hawaiʻi Public Radio — Virtuoso violinist Yxing Guo of Honolulu graduated last week from the Colburn Music Academy, where she attended the pre-college program during her junior and senior years of high school. This fall, she will return to attend the Colburn Conservatory of Music. A From the Top alum, Guo credits her family, teachers Iggy Jang, Dr. Nikki Ebisu, and Martin Beaver, as well as the supportive communities of the Colburn School, Hawaiʻi Youth Symphony, and the Hawaiʻi Chamber Music Festival Young Artist Program.

HCMF proudly presents its 7th season, the Ellen Masaki Ohana Series, sponsored by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, from June 14–22, 2025.

San Francisco Conservatory of Music — The student experience includes educational and mentoring opportunities, side-by-side performances with artists like Stefan Jackiw, and of course, a week in Honolulu in June.

Hawaiʻi Public Radio — Born and raised in Hawaiʻi, Chris Yick, the founder and President of the Hawaiʻi Chamber Music Festival has offered a tuition-free music festival experience to local students since 2018. This year, the Hawaiʻi Chamber Music Festival opens enrollment to string players and pianists. Creative programming and community partnerships make this year's festival, titled “Cultural Celebrations,” a must-see.