This 2-year second cycle helps groups to perfect their chamber music playing and assert their artistic personality. Leading teachers help the groups to define their artistic identity and build up their repertoire, as well as helping them to develop a shared understanding of the issues involved in their practice.

The three-year first cycle is the foundation for learning to be a performer and leads to the DNSPM. The teachers, exceptional artists and teachers, guide the students in the development of their practice and their relationship with their instrument.

This 2-year second cycle helps groups to perfect their chamber music playing and assert their artistic personality. Leading teachers help the groups to define their artistic identity and build up their repertoire, as well as helping them to develop a shared understanding of the issues involved in their practice.

In-depth chamber music work with a given instrumental or vocal ensemble. Playing together is an essential part of an artist's training. Complementary to studies as a performer, this cycle is a prerequisite for groups wishing to train for a career as a chamber musician.