2026 Greater Washington, D.C. Area
ASME@WAU
Music
Festival
Step into the atmosphere of a leading university — learn from distinguished faculty, explore what high-level music training feels like, and experience engaging cross-disciplinary courses that open new perspectives beyond music.
ASME@WAU Music Festival is co-organized by The American Society of Musical Excellence and Washington Adventist University.
Montgomery County will partner with the American Society of Musical Excellence and Washington Adventist University to hold the ASME@WAU Summer Music Festival, as part of the Montgomery County and Xi’an Sister City Project.
July 12-17, 2026 @ Washington Adventist University
Early Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
Application Deadline: May 15, 2026
Study Piano, Strings, Voice, Clarinet, Percussion, and Ensemble with world-class faculty
Applicants of all ages and levels are welcome.
ASME@WAU Music Festival News
Supported by D'Addario and PotterViolins
ASME@WAU is delighted to have support from D’Addario and PotterViolins. Thank you D’Addario and PotterViolins for the support of the festival!
Applications are open for 2026 ASME@WAU Music Festival
Welcome to ASME@WAU Music Festival for this summer festival: July 12 – 17, 2026
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Click here to learn about the general schedule for each day！
ASME@WAU application fees are waived for all AVIMC music competition participants in 2026 and previous years
The final round of the 2026 American Virtuoso International Music Competition will take place on July 19, 2025, immediately following the ASME@WAU Music Festival.
1. All AVIMC participants in 2026 or previous years will waive the ASME@WAU application fee.
2. Winners of AVIMC in 2025 or previous years are eligible for a scholarship of $200.
3. Participants in the previous AVIMC Winners Recital are to be awarded a scholarship of $300.
*Note: The above three scholarships cannot be combined simultaneously.
Scholarships based on merit are available
For more details, please click here.
College Transferable Credit Offered
1 college credit is transferable to any university as an elective or music credit through enrollment and participation in the ASME@WAU. If you would like to learn more, please contact Dr. Lau ( dlau@wau.edu)
Faculty Annoucement
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2025 ASME@WAU Music Festival!
What an incredible celebration of music and talent!
The 2025 ASME@WAU Music Festival concluded on a high note, celebrating an inspiring blend of education, collaboration, and extraordinary performances.
The festival came to a triumphant close, celebrating a week of creativity, collaboration, and musical excellence. From inspiring masterclasses and innovative workshops to unforgettable performances, every moment reflected the passion and dedication of our talented students and faculty. The spirit of music brought everyone together, creating lasting memories and artistic growth. Congratulations to all who made this year’s festival such a resounding success!
Bravo 2024 ASME@WAU Music Festival!
The 2024 ASME@WAU Music Festival concluded on a high note, showcasing an inspiring blend of education, collaboration, and extraordinary performances. Over the course of the festival, participants immersed themselves in a wide array of sessions, including advanced improvisation techniques, in-depth music theory workshops, and cutting-edge music technology discussions. The program was enriched by masterclasses, personalized lessons, and insightful seminars led by a distinguished faculty.
Each evening, the festival came alive with mesmerizing recitals featuring both faculty and participants, creating unforgettable moments of musical brilliance. We are deeply grateful to all the students, performers, and faculty members whose passion and commitment made this festival a resounding success. We look forward to continuing this tradition and reuniting with our talented music community in the years to come!
Exceptional performances at the 2024 ASME @ WAU Music Festival!
Successful 2022 ASME@WAU Music Festival
The 2022 ASME@WAU Music Festival concluded on July 25, 2022, after a series of enriching sessions focused on improvisation, music theory, and music technology, complemented by lessons, masterclasses, and seminars. Each day concluded with captivating recitals by both faculty members and participants. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participants and faculty for their dedication and contributions to the festival. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to reunite with everyone in the future!
The Experience At ASME@WAU
ASME@WAU is distinguished by forward-looking instruction and innovative concepts, presented by world-class artist-teachers.
Music Festival Facility
