Saturday, September 12, 2026

Spend a Day Making Music at Furman—and Perform It That Afternoon!

Join the faculty and students of Furman University for Furman String Day, an exciting one-day event for high school string musicians in grades 9–12.

In just one day, you’ll rehearse with fellow string players, work with Furman’s outstanding string faculty in instrument-specific sectionals, hear performances and insights from Furman students and faculty, and perform the music you’ve prepared for family and friends in a culminating concert.

Along the way, you’ll experience a day in the life of a Furman music student, meet fellow musicians from across the region, and connect with local music organizations and sponsors.

Registration includes all music, lunch, and an exclusive Furman String Day T-shirt.

Open to violin, viola, cello, and double bass students in grades 9–12.

Final day to register is Wednesday, September 9th by Noon. After this date, contact Stephan Fillare if you would like to attend.

Schedule

  • 9:00 – 9:30 Registration (Pick-up name tag, music, t-shirt, dining hall voucher)
  • 9:30 – 11:00 Rehearsal #1
  • 11:10 – 11:50 Furman Showcase & Q&A with Furman Students and Faculty
  • 12:00 – 1:00 Lunch – Dining Hall
  • 1:10 – 2:00 Music Sponsor Demonstration
  • 2:00 – 3:10 Sectionals with Furman Faculty
  • 3:15 – 4:15 Rehearsal #2
  • 4:30 – 5:00 Finale Concert – open to the public – McAlister Auditorium

Cost

  • Early Bird Registration Fee – $30
  • After September 5th – $40
  • Parents, chaperones, and teachers welcome to observe for free ($15 for lunch)

Music

Repertoire can be found here.

Register HERE for Furman String Day 2026!

Suggested Playing Level: Participants should be comfortable performing music at approximately ASTA Grade 4 or higher (or equivalent). Music will be distributed at registration on the day of the event. Registration is $30 before September 5th and $40 after. Your payment covers music, folders, name tags, rehearsals and concert,  lunch, and a commemorative Furman String Day T-shirt.

Final day to register is Wednesday, September 9th by Noon. After this date, contact Stephan Fillare if you would like to attend.

Contact Us

Furman University Music Department
(864) 294-2086
furmanmusicadmin@furman.edu

Emily Sweezey
Director of Administration and Operations
(864) 294-2118
emily.sweezey@furman.edu