News
25 February, 2025
Carnegie Mellon appoints Smart to violin faculty
The Carnegie Mellon University School of Music is pleased to announce that Callum Smart has been appointed as Assistant Professor of Violin. A violinist with widespread critical acclaim, Smart has an international reputation as both performer and pedagogue with a flair for innovation.
20 January, 2025
SMART interviewed by 15 questions
15 Questions interviews Smart on the state of classical music, audience interaction through his new programme “Classical Shuffle”, and the importance of accessibility in violin education.
2 December, 2024
SMART LONGLISTED FOR DIGITAL AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR
Arts Council England announced their longlist for 2025 Digital Culture Awards – Smart was recognized in the Digital Ambassador category for his work on Caidence, an AI practice companion for violinists.
26 October, 2024
interlude interviews smart
Interlude Music Magazine speaks with Smart on bridging the gap between traditional violin education and modern technology, including a feature on Caidence – Smart’s new AI practice companion.
11 October, 2024
Smart awarded Arts Council England grant
Smart’s innovative new recital series, Classical Shuffle, has been awarded an Arts Council England National Lottery Project Grant. Over the 24-25 season, Smart will partner with Age UK to offer Classical Shuffle recitals in London.
3 October, 2024
Smart featured on Crushing Classical
Smart joins Jennet Ingle on her podcast, Crushing Classical, to talk about innovation in the music industry and the recent launch of Caidence.
1 October, 2024
Smart launches AI practice companion
In a revolutionary advancement for the music industry, Smart announces Caidence – an AI practice companion for violinists. Caidence is free and accessible to all.
22 September, 2024
Smart tours china and hong kong
From 22 Sep – 5 Oct, Smart will be offering masterclasses and recitals across Greater China; he will also lead an RNCM string orchestra in a performance at the Shenzhen Belt and Road Festival.
9 September, 2024
Smart featured in musicteachers.co.uk
MusicTeachers.co.uk spoke to Callum Smart about his top tips for receiving the most out of your musical education – and how to pick a teacher who is the right fit for you.
