https://www.musicalchairs.info/rss/fr/conductorChef d'Orchestre - Postes vacants, Stages/Cours, Concours/Prix & Instruments à Vendre - musicalchairs - The world's leading online resource for Classical Music Professionals.frCopyright: (C) musicalchairs 2025 see https://www.musicalchairs.info/about/terms for terms and conditions of reuse.features@musicalchairs.info (musicalchairs)Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:57:56 +010060http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssSpring Into Conducting is an immersive week-long residential course for aspiring and developing conductors aged 18 and above, led by acclaimed conductor Robert Houlihan. Set in Jersey, the course offers intensive training in baton technique, rehearsal skills, score preparation, aural training, and orchestral leadership. Participants will work first with piano, then conduct string quartet and wind quintet ensembles, building practical experience with core orchestral repertoire. Includes full-board accommodation for residents, meals, repertoire materials, ensemble sessions and social events. The course runs 15-21 February 2026 at Da Capo Academy of Performing Arts, Jersey. Limited places available; early application encouraged. Observers places also available.Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:57:56 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10399?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10399?ref=48Applications are NOW OPEN for the newly revitalised Opera Australia Young Artist Program (OAYAP). Generously supported by Principal Patron, Maureen Wheeler AO, Opera Australia’s new Young Artist Program redefines the way we discover and nurture emerging talent. The Opera Australia Young Artist Program is an 18-month intensive, full-time training program based both at The Opera Centre in Sydney and overseas. Up to seven (7) young artists (4-5 singers, 1 répétiteur and 1 director) will reside in Sydney (moving allowance available) and be paid a full-time salary enabling them to fully engage with the program and their career development. Ideal candidates possess exceptional talent and demonstrate creativity, adaptability, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of our art form. Our young artists receive vocal and dramatic coaching, language classes and career guidance combined with assistant and cover roles, event performances and mainstage work as they are ready. Opera remains deeply relevant and exciting for today's audiences. Through the OAYAP, we're nurturing artists who can balance tradition with innovation, address contemporary issues, and connect with diverse communities. Opera Australia Young Artists receive a full-time salary for the duration of the program. To aspiring opera singers, directors, and répétiteurs; if you dream of a career in opera and are ready to dedicate yourself to this exhilarating art form, we want to hear from you. The OAYAP could be your pathway to a brilliant future in the world of opera. Since joining the Young Artist Program, I have grown in ways I never imagined. My passion and understanding for opera deepen with every experience. I have been fortunate to receive guidance from many generous mentors, music staff, language coaches, principal singers, chorus members, conductors and directors, all of whom have taken me under their wing to generously share their expertise. Jem Herbert, Opera Australia Young ArtistMon, 22 Sep 2025 00:06:22 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51812https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51812About the program Applications are NOW OPEN for the second cohort of the newly revitalised Opera Australia Young Artist Program (OAYAP). Generously supported by Principal Patron, Maureen Wheeler AO, Opera Australia’s new Young Artist Program redefines the way we discover and nurture emerging talent. The Opera Australia Young Artist Program is an 18-month intensive, full-time training program based both at The Opera Centre in Sydney and overseas. Up to seven (7) young artists (4-5 singers, 1 répétiteur and 1 director) will reside in Sydney (moving allowance available) and be paid a full-time salary enabling them to fully engage with the program and their career development. Ideal candidates possess exceptional talent and demonstrate creativity, adaptability, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of our art form. Our young artists receive vocal and dramatic coaching, language classes and career guidance combined with assistant and cover roles, event performances and mainstage work as they are ready. Opera remains deeply relevant and exciting for today's audiences. Through the OAYAP, we're nurturing artists who can balance tradition with innovation, address contemporary issues, and connect with diverse communities. To aspiring opera singers, directors, and répétiteurs; if you dream of a career in opera and are ready to dedicate yourself to this exhilarating art form, we want to hear from you. The OAYAP could be your pathway to a brilliant future in the world of opera. “The ability to solely focus on my craft every day has been monumental, and it has allowed me to progress more than I ever imagined.” – Chelsea Burns, Opera Australia Young Artist Soprano 2025/26Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51811https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51811Purser and Ravì Conducting Academy – Vienna 16–19 October, 2025 (7th Edition) Join us for the 7th edition of this intensive 4-day workshop in Vienna, led by Toby Purser and Giuseppe Ravì. This immersive program supports conductors in developing clarity, expressiveness, and authority on the podium, through a deeper connection between physical presence, breath, and musical intention. TEACHERS Toby Purser – Head of Conducting, Royal College of Music, London Giuseppe Ravì – Founder of Respiro e Movimento® – University of Music and Performing Arts, Vienna – Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler, Berlin REPERTOIRE Ludwig van Beethoven – Overture: Egmont Otto Nicolai – Overture: Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor Johannes Brahms – Symphony No. 1 – 2nd movement Antonín Dvořák – Symphony No. 8 – 1st movement W. A. Mozart – Recitative and Aria: “Come scoglio” from Così fan tutte Apply now!Sun, 21 Sep 2025 11:43:41 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10397?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10397?ref=48Tirana, October 6th-12th 2025 Nikola Zoraqi Conducting Competition The Symphony Orchestra of the National Radio and Tv of Albania (NRTA) is proud to present the 2nd edition of the Nikola Zoraqi Conducting Competition dedicated to conductors of any nationality without age limit The competition will be held in Tirana (Albania) from October 6th to October 12th 2025. The prize concerts for the winners will be held in Albania, Italy, Bulgaria and Switzerland The first round starting on October 6th will offer the opportunity to the candidates to rehearse directly with the NRTA Symphony Orchestra. President of the Jury : Mo.Zhani Ciko The competition is structured as follows: First Round: String Orchestra, October 6 th, 7 th, 8 th, 9 th, 10th Semifinal: Symphony Orchestra, October 11 th Final: Symphony Orchestra, October 12 The Final concert will be broadcast live by the NRTA television. Website: zoraqicompetition.com For info and applications: applications@zoraqicompetition.comSat, 20 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5447https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5447Mozart International Music Competition UK opens online to all Instruments, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music. The application deadline: 1st November, 2025 Results announcement: 26th November, 2025 Apply now at: https://www.mozartcompetition.com/Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5444https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5444Best Classical Musicians Awards Open to all instrumentalists, singers, conductors & chamber musicians, and composers of all nationalities Online. The application deadline: 15th October 2025 Results announcement: 5th November 2025 Apply now at: https://www.bestclassicalmusicians.com/Thu, 18 Sep 2025 18:55:18 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5443https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5443Debussy International Music Competition opens online to all Instruments, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music. The application deadline: 10th October, 2025 Results announcement: 29th October, 2025 Apply now at: www.debussycompetition.comThu, 18 Sep 2025 18:42:57 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5442https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5442Berkshire Music Trust is the leading provider of musical education across Berkshire. As an independent & inclusive children’s charitable trust, our aim is to provide children & young people with high quality musical education. We are recruiting for a choir leader to be based at our West Berkshire music centre (RG19 4LL). Working term time only on Saturdays for 3.5 hours per week.Thu, 18 Sep 2025 16:27:40 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/teaching-jobs/51799https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/teaching-jobs/51799Call for expressions of interest. This is a part time contractor position, term 3 years with potential for successive termsThu, 18 Sep 2025 03:13:29 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51794https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51794Richmond Symphony, the largest performing arts organization in Central Virginia, hosts a conducting seminar with Music Director Valentina Peleggi and an opportunity to conduct the Richmond Symphony in performance. *Special guest Marin Alsop will do a Q & A. This three day immersive masterclass will focus on several areas; baton technique, individual body language, score study, rehearsal technique, and clear communication on the podium while always encouraging each participant to further develop their own personality. Open to grad students and early professionals.Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:00:05 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10395?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10395?ref=48Call for 3 Outstanding Conductors! Intensive Three-Day Masterclass. Unlike standard courses, here you choose the repertoire you want to conduct and record – ideal for competitions, auditions or portfolio development – all at a friendly price ????. Piano rehearsal • Chamber Ensemble rehearsal • Symphony Orchestra session. All with your programme (profi recorded). A rare opportunity for just 3 talented conductors to work intensively with Maestro Tomáš Koutník and the North Czech Philharmonic Teplice (CZE). Participants of this masterclass will also have the chance to be selected to conduct at one of the North Czech Philharmonic Teplice concerts during the 25/26 season. Programme Highlights Day 1 – with piano (60 min), analysis + Seminar: Career Development Day 2 – with Chamber ensemble (60 min), analysis + Seminar: Orchestra Communication & Rehearsal Day 3 – with Symphony Orchestra (65 min) + Professional Recording & Analysis ???? Apply now: https://koutnikacademy.com/mastercTue, 16 Sep 2025 19:34:06 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10390?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10390?ref=48We are excited to welcome you to Warsaw for the 4th edition of the Warsaw Wind Band Conducting Competition. Since 2019, wind band conductors from around the world have gathered in Warsaw to refine their skill and make music. We invite you to apply to the 2025 edition of the competition. Eligibility: The Competition is open to wind band conductors without age or nationality restrictions. Entry fee: 50 EUR for the 1st round (preliminary) + 150 EUR for the 2nd, 3rd & 4th round (accepted competitors only) Repertoire: Stage 1: Candidates may submit repertoire of their choosing Stage 2: Paul Hindemith – Symphony in B-flat: III. Fugue Mieczysław Karłowicz – Stanisław i Anna Oświecimowie, Op.12 Stage 3: Mozart – Serenade in C minor Stage 4: Witold Lutosławski – Little Suite Prize Winning Compositions from the Feliksa Konopaska Wind Orchestra Composition Contest (announcement of the winners in October 2025) Prizes: 1st: 4000 PLN 2nd: 3000 PLN 3rd: 2000 PLNTue, 16 Sep 2025 17:05:52 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5435https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/543520-Day Hands-On Programme with Rehearsals, Performance & Video Dates: August 2 to August 22, 2026 Location: Vratsa, Bulgaria. Level: Intermediate to Advanced conductors Podium time: 9+ hours Orchestra: Vratsa Symphony Orchestra Genres: Symphonic & Opera The Vratsa Conducting Summer Masterclass is aimed at musicians who are interested in developing their conducting skills with professional orchestra in Symphonic Repertoire and Opera Arias. Participants will work closely with international faculty and receive one on one instruction, extensive podium time with piano and orchestra and streamed rehearsal video for immediate analysis. This masterclass provides for participants the opportunity to receive instruction in conducting both symphonic and operatic repertoire in the setting of a summer conducting masterclass. Repertoire and further information is available: https://vso.bg/masterclass.php?lang=enTue, 16 Sep 2025 11:04:51 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10385?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10385?ref=48Are you an emerging professional conductor looking for valuable experience both on and off the podium? New Zealand’s network of professional orchestras has an opportunity for you. Assist the Music Directors and guest conductors of the participating orchestras throughout the 2025 season. This position will also benefit from mentoring by the Music Directors and from working with the senior artistic management teams at the orchestras to gain experience, insight and understanding into the workings of a professional orchestra. Conducting work will also be available according to the suitability of the successful candidate. This independent contractor role is remunerated at $1,538.46 NZD per week for 45 weeks of the 2026 Season, from 9 February to 20 December 2026, and requires the postholder to be resident in Auckland and to travel around the country as necessary during the 2026 concert season.Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:34:54 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51774https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51774Conductor Fellows: All Conductor Fellows will lead the Texas New Music Ensemble in performance and rehearsals for 2-3 works at the festival. Texas New Music Ensemble is a professional ensemble in Houston made up of musicians from The Houston Symphony, The Houston Grand Opera, The Houston Ballet Orchestra, River Oaks Chamber Orchestra, and more. - All Conductor Fellows will receive feedback and individual coaching from Principal Conductor Felipe Tristan. -All Conductor Fellows will receive 150+ minutes of podium time. - All Conductor Fellows will have the opportunity to work directly with composers, leading to World Premiere Performances - All Conductor Fellows will take part in workshops on Building a Career as a Conductor, Score Preparation, Audition Preparation, Starting an Ensemble/Organization, Fundraising, and more. No Application Fee Participation Fee: $1250 Deadline to apply: December 1st, 2025Mon, 15 Sep 2025 14:41:28 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10384?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10384?ref=48Launched in 2023, our flagship LPO Conducting Fellowship seeks to support the development of the world-class conductors of the future, through offering an intensive opportunity to work closely with the Orchestra over a period of 6-8 (non-consecutive) weeks each season, to up to two outstanding early-career conductors from backgrounds currently under-represented in conductors of professional, world-class orchestras. We believe that talent is indiscriminate, yet people from certain backgrounds and communities continue to be under-represented in the orchestral sector. The LPO Conducting Fellowship aims to promote diversity and inclusivity in classical music as a whole, to lead eventually to a sector that is more reflective of the wider population. We invite applications from conductors from historically under-represented communities in terms of gender identity, race, socio-economic backgrounds, neurodiversity, Disability or other under-represented group. Providing artistic and professional development experiences at the highest level of excellence to early-career conductors from under-represented backgrounds is an important goal of the programme. Applicants must be over 18 and not in full-time undergraduate education. UK-based conductors are strongly encouraged to apply and will be prioritised. Applicants should download and read the 'Information for Applicants' document before applying. Application deadline: Monday 20 October 2025, 09:00amFri, 12 Sep 2025 12:25:53 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51759https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51759ICA Virtual Conducting Intensives – Autumn 2025 Renewed. Focused. Transformational. Two immersive weekend intensives online, each devoted to a cornerstone of the repertoire. Led by Jonathan Mann (ICA Director) with Colin Metters (Artistic Consultant, Royal Academy of Music), these high-engagement courses combine score study, silent conducting, and musical communication—demanding the same preparation and professionalism as standing before a live orchestra. Dates & Repertoire: • Oct 3–5 – Beethoven Symphony No. 7 • Dec 12–14 – Elgar Enigma Variations Not lectures, but a space to work, explore, and grow. Learn more and apply at: internationalconductingacademy.com/virtual-courses-2025.htmlThu, 11 Sep 2025 20:05:46 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10382?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10382?ref=48Georges Bizet International Music Competition is an online international music competition that aims to fully challenge the virtuosity and artistic excellence of performers. It opens to all Instruments, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music, there is no age limit. The application deadline: 10th October 2025 Results announcement: 29th October 2025 Website: https://www.bizetcompetition.com/Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:17:20 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5430https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5430Beethoven Award – International Online Music Competition Applications are now open for the Beethoven Award Autumn 2025 Edition. This international competition is open to all instruments, voice, chamber ensembles, and composition. Repertoire is free – you may perform any piece by any composer. The competition follows a unique “risk-free” two-stage format: Preliminary Round – free of charge (submit your video) Final Round – optional and with guaranteed prizes Awards: ✅ Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze Prizes ✅ Platinum Laureates receive a €200 cash prize ✅ Special Awards Beautiful digital diplomas, individual posters, Teacher Appreciation Diplomas International promotion of winners through the Universal Maestro Society and publication in the Winners’ Gallery Schedule (Autumn 2025 Edition): Application deadline: 17 October 2025 Preliminary results: 21 October 2025 Final Round: 25–29 October 2025 Results: 31 October 2025Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5426https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5426Free Application until 10 October 2025 AWARDS: ⭐ABSOLUTE WINNERS ⭐FIRST PRIZES with Special Mention ⭐1st, 2nd, 3rd Prizes in each category and age group. All Prizewinners: ⭐receive their diploma ⭐will receive certificates for teachers and accompanists upon request Selected Prizewinners: ⭐will be interviewed in Maestro Magazine ⭐will have their winning video published on the website ⭐will have created their own Winners web page on www.classicalmusicstars.com ⭐will have the opportunity for a subscription to medici.tv – the world’s largest classical music platform ⭐will take part in the Laureates Concert COMPETITION CALENDAR: ✅ Acceptance of applications until 10 October 2025 ✅ Preliminaries: 11-13 October ✅ Screening Results: 14 October ✅ Acceptance of entries for the final round: 14-19 October ✅ Final Round: 20-24 October ✅ Announcement of Results: 25 October 2025Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:10:30 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5424https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5424The Beethoven International Music Competition UK is now accepting applications online! The competition welcomes all instruments, conducting, composition, voice, and chamber music for multiple categories. Application Deadline: 1st October 2025 Results Date: 21st October 2025 https://www.beethovenmusiccompetition.com/Mon, 08 Sep 2025 20:38:50 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5419https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5419Jean-Philippe Rameau International Music Competition is now accepting applications. This competition welcomes all instruments, conducting, composition, voice, chamber music, music videos, innovative writings. Application Deadline: 26th September, 2025 Results Date: 17th October, 2025 Visit and apply at: https://www.rameaucompetition.com/Mon, 08 Sep 2025 20:31:02 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5418https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/54184th Gabriel Fauré Music World Competition and Festival !FREE ENTRY (Preliminary Round)! CASH PRIZES AND CONCERTS. The 4th Gabriel Fauré MUSIC WORLD COMPETITION AND FESTIVAL (GFMC) is an international online classical music competition for musicians from all around the world. The goal of the Competition is to help the new generation musicians to build their international career. The 4th edition is open to musicians from all over the world. The instrument sections of the Competition are Piano, Strings, Wind Instruments, other classic Instruments, Voice, Piano 4 hands, Chamber Music, Conducting, Composition, Choir, Rock, Pop and Jazz Band, Pop Voice and other. - OCTOBER 10, 2025 – FREE ENTRY - NEW Application Deadline for Preliminary Round - OCTOBER 28, 2025 Notification of the approved Participants to FINAL ROUND - NOVEMBER 10, 2025 – Application deadline for Final Round - DICEMBER 15, 2025 ONWARDS The winning results will be announcedMon, 08 Sep 2025 19:28:50 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5417https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5417At the Interlude International Music Competition, we deeply believe in the value of effort, perseverance, and the passion each musician brings to their artistic journey. Our vision is grounded in a profound respect for the learning process, appreciating the daily discipline and dedication with which instrumentalists and singers refine their craft. This competition was created to welcome musicians of all levels—not just to evaluate them, but to recognize and celebrate their commitment to music. Here, it’s not just about winning, but about giving visibility to talent, to the courage it takes to step forward, and to the desire to grow day by day. At Interlude International Music Competition, every participant is appreciated for their authenticity, progress, and dedication. We want this to be a space where musicians feel inspired to trust their own path, to share their achievements with pride, and to continue moving forward with motivation and confidence.Mon, 08 Sep 2025 16:47:31 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5416https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5416Develop your conducting with Landor Conducting Academy, under the guidance of experienced maestro, John Landor, MA, ARAM, a former pupil of Ilya Musin. Courses are available for all levels, and suitable for anyone interested in improving the effectiveness of their conducting: professionals, students, music educators, composers, choir/band/community orchestra conductors, musical theatre directors etc. Classes, workshops and individual lessons are offered throughout the year. You will have plenty of individual attention and opportunities to work with pianists, ensembles and orchestra. Learn: technical precision • how to convey what you want • leadership and rehearsal skills • conductor/orchestra dynamics • how to absorb/memorise scores. For details visit https://www.johnlandor.com NEXT DEADLINE: 18 SEPTEMBERSun, 07 Sep 2025 15:03:19 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10377?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10377?ref=48We invite all conductors to participate in a unique workshop dedicated to the interpretation of symphonies by W.A. Mozart. This is a rare opportunity to work within a single course on some of the most essential and frequently performed symphonies by the Viennese genius under guidance of Prof. Georg Christoph Sandmann (Hochschule für Musik C.M.Weber Dresden) Throughout the masterclass, participants will work on analysis , interpretation, and performance traditions — with a special focus on the essential conducting dilemma: "To beat or not to beat when conduct Mozart?" Repertoire: Mozart – Symphonies No. 36, 38, 39, 40,41 Schedule: Now 28: Score analysis and conducting technique lessons Now 29: Conducting lessons with 2 pianos Now 30: Conducting lessons with string quintet and 2 pianos Fees: Application fee:€50 Participation fee:€600 Max.number of active participants:9 Application deadline: 05.11.2025 Early applications are prioritised Apply via our websiteSat, 06 Sep 2025 17:03:21 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10374?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10374?ref=48The masterclass for conductors & church musicians deals with works for choir and orchestra, as well as the special technique and working methods of a conductor who has vocalists and orchestra in front of him at the same time. Each participant in the master class is scheduled to spend at least 70 minutes per day actively conducting, as well as actively participating in the final concert. Ensembles: The Sächsischer Kammerchor and the J. Märkisches Kammerorchester Lectures: Conducting: Music director Fabian Enders Working with singers and voice training (Kelsey Zahlten, Soprano) Repertoire: Francesco Durante: Magnificat B flat major J. S. Bach: "Der Herr denket an uns" BWV 196 J. Michael Bach: "Liebster Jesu, hör" J. Bernhard Bach: Ouverture D major J. Christoph Altnikol: "Befiel du deine Wege" We welcome interested singers who would like to participate in the course and receive a fee. Contact: musik.fabianenders@gmail.com application deadline: 08 Oct 2025Fri, 05 Sep 2025 02:58:12 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10368?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10368?ref=48State Opera Plovdiv and Plovdiv Opera Orchestra, proudly presents the second edition of Plovdiv Opera International Conducting Competition. All the phases of the competition will be held with live orchestra and will be held in Plovdiv from January the 5th until January the 10th 2026. The candidates are welcome to apply from June the 1st until October the 31st 2025. The repertoire of the competition is focused on opera and is intended to test in deep the knowledge and the artistry of the admitted conductors. The prizes consist in concerts and opera productions at the State Opera Plovdiv, Teatro Massimo Bellini di Catania, Astana Opera, Pazardjik Symphony Orchestra, Orchestra Sinfonica Metropolitana di Bari. President of the jury: M° Fabrizio Maria Carminati Jury members from Italy, France, Spain, Germany, Bulgaria, Kazakhstan.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 22:09:58 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5413https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5413In 2026, in partnership with Opera South East, HPO will organize an opera academy for conductors with two fully staged performances of Puccini's La Boheme accompanied by a 18-piece professional orchestra. The academy will take place from 7th to 16th April 2026 in Hastings UK. The course will be led by HPO Artistic Director and Principal Conductor Marcio da Silva, who is an experienced international choral and orchestral conductor, opera director and vocal coach. The chorus will be performed by members of Opera South East. The production will be a revival of Marcio da Silva's 2022 production. Rehearsals and performances will take place at Christ Church, St Leonards on Sea. The selected conductors will be assigned 2 acts of the four acts of the opera on application. Each conductor will have at least a full dress rehearsal plus 2 hours of rehearsal with the orchestra. Fee (does not include accommodation): £1,800 To apply please send a video and a cv to hpoartisticdirector@gmail.comThu, 04 Sep 2025 14:01:55 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10366?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10366?ref=48The World Classical Music Masters Association (WCMA) is honoured to announce the Annual International Online Music Competition. This distinguished event seeks to bring together accomplished musicians and emerging talents from across the globe, providing a platform of the highest calibre unrestricted by geographical boundaries. The competition encompasses a broad spectrum of categories, including solo performance, ensemble, vocal, composition, and conducting, celebrating both the richness of classical traditions and the vitality of contemporary and cross-genre innovation. By submitting their performances online, participants are afforded the opportunity to present their artistry on an international stage and to contribute to the ongoing preservation and advancement of musical culture. Visit and apply at: https://www.wcma.onlineThu, 04 Sep 2025 07:29:45 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5410https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5410Gold International Classical Music Competition (GICMC) An inspiring online classical music competition open to musicians of all nationalities and ages—compete internationally without leaving home. The GICMC has been listed in renowned Gramophone Magazine’s Annual Competition Guide, featuring the best competitions worldwide. Application deadline: October 15, 2025 Grand Prizes are awarded in each age category, including cash awards and special recognitions (see the “Prizes” page for details). Now introducing the GICMC Partner Program—a brand-new initiative. Find out more on the “Partners” page. Apply, review detailed rules, and join our global platform at gicmc.com. Don’t miss your chance to shine—share your artistry and connect with the world!Wed, 03 Sep 2025 22:26:18 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5409https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5409­­*The competition is open to all instrumentalists, singers, conductors & chamber musicians, composers of all nationalities Global Genius Music Competition is an online classical music competition open to all talented musicians around the world - No Travel is Needed The application deadline: 3rd October 2025 Results announcement: 22nd October 2025 Apply now at: https://www.globalgeniusmusic.com/Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:08:58 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5406https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5406We're looking for an inspiring chorus master to elevate our chorus through focused artistic vision and help our ensemble reach new heights. The Göteborg Opera Chorus is made up of 42 professional singers, with additional members for specific productions. We maintain an exceptionally high standard, with a genuine enthusiasm for both vocal and dramatic excellence. This position offers a varied repertoire with six to eight opera productions per season, plus concerts and musicals. Working closely with our chorus manager, you’ll shape the chorus’ artistic direction through musical leadership and strategic planning. Reporting to our Artistic Director of Opera, you’ll join the senior artistic leadership team. Your responsibilities include the chorus’ artistic quality and development, chorus preparation and rehearsal conducting, as well as both short and long-term chorus planning and scheduling. You’ll collaborate with experienced creative teams, project managers, senior management, and work closely with chorus representatives. The position is a fixed-term full-time position, 3–5 years (renewable).Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:05:57 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51669https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51669Schubert International Competition is now accepting applications. This competition welcomes all instruments, conducting, composition, voice, chamber music, creative videos, innovative writings. Application Deadline: 23rd September, 2025 Results Date: 11th October, 2025 Visit and apply at: https://www.schubertcompetition.com/Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:01:51 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5405https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5405⭐ FREE ADMISSION until 25 October 2025 The BACH International Music Competition, now in its 6th edition, invites: ⭐ Composers ⭐ Ensembles ⭐ Soloist-performers of all ages and instruments ⭐ Conductors ⭐ Music videos The competition is open to musicians of all ages and backgrounds, offering a unique opportunity to share your creativity and talent with an international audience. With a wide range of categories, everyone has a chance to participate and shine. Every year we see so many talented musicians, and it’s always exciting to welcome them to the competition. Take this chance to show your music to the world and join a community of creative musicians. Enter for FREE until 25 October 2025 for a chance to reach the FINAL in early November.Tue, 02 Sep 2025 17:20:31 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5402https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5402⭐FREE ADMISSION until 10 November 2025 FENIX AWARD International Music Competition invites: ⭐Soloist-performers (all instruments, all voice types) ⭐Composers ⭐Chamber Ensembles ⭐Conductors The Fenix Award is a new music competition with a mission to celebrate, inspire, recognise and reward. Join an empowering, inclusive and supportive environment that brings together musicians from around the world. ⭐ Printable diplomas & posters for Prizewinners ⭐ Absolute Winner featured in the Maestro Magazine ⭐ Platinum Winners featured on the website ⭐ Gold, Silver and Bronze Winners with valuable awards ⭐ No age limits Visit our website fenixaward.com to find out more. We will be accepting applications until 10 November 2025.Mon, 01 Sep 2025 17:27:37 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5401https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5401Are you a passionate choral leader with a talent for inspiring young singers? Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Company invites a dynamic, highly experience, and visionary choral professional to lead Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir- an ensemble of enthusiastic and talented singers aged 14–19, as their Youth Choir Director. As Youth Choir director, you will be responsible for conducting rehearsals and performances, leading the wider choral team, artistic programming, and creating an inspiring, educational and youth-centered environment for young singers to thrive. Interested? Applications are now open, apply before 5pm, Friday September 26th. Please see the Job Description attached for more details on how to apply.Fri, 29 Aug 2025 15:38:37 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51641https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51641Full orchestra. World-class coaching. Orchestral Conducting Masterclass with Nicolas Pasquet (Escuela Superior Reina Sofia Madrid) — Murcia, Spain — 21 to 25 Nov, 2025. Twelve active conductors maximum. Real podium time - 110 to 130 minutes in five orchestra sessions + dress rehearsal; laser-focused 1:1 feedback on baton technique, rehearsal strategy and musical storytelling. REPERTOIRE: Beethoven Symphony No.2 Mendelssohn Symphony No.3 “Scottish” Ibert Concertino da Camera Selected participants conduct the public concert at Auditorio Víctor Villegas (pro video provided); others receive a final recording session. A high-impact conducting course in Europe for emerging maestros, postgraduates and professionals. Auditors welcome. Apply by 30 Sept 2025.Sun, 24 Aug 2025 18:08:11 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10349?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10349?ref=48The Los Angeles International Online Music Competition is dedicated to creating globabl opportunities to upcoming and already established musicians alike. The 1° edition 2025 is open to musicians from all over the world. The instrument categories can found on our categories page and are Piano, Strings, Wind Instruments, other classic Instruments, Voice, Piano 4 hands, Chamber Music, Conducting, Choir, Rock, Pop and Jazz Band, Pop Voice. Application Deadline: December 18, 2025 Application Fee: € 38,00 Winner Announcement: The results will be announced January 30, 2026 onwardsFri, 22 Aug 2025 19:37:14 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5383https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5383Dirigierakademie is excited to welcome back Maestro Neil Thomson, professor emeritus of the Royal College of Music and one of Europe's finest conducting instructors. We strive to build a constructive and educational course for advanced conductors and professional musicians. 8-12 participants will be selected to participate. On the first day, conductors will work through some of the well-known repertoire for auditions and competitions. The next day, all conductors will work on Copland's Appalachian Spring (13 instruments version). The course will conclude with group video analysis session. Please visit our website for further details. * At least 40 mins of podium time with ensemble * Footage opportunity with professional musicians * Touch base on conducting challenges in various repertoires * Recordings of the video and audio of your conducting sessions * Q&A session to ask questions regarding music and the industry * Optional private prep session via Zoom with Maestro MatThu, 21 Aug 2025 19:12:53 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10344?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10344?ref=48Masterclass in Orchestra Conducting with Giuseppe Montesano (professor at University of music of Munich, Germany) Podium Time: Over 190 minutes Program: Beethoven Symphony no.4 - 1st and 2nd movements, Coriolanus Ouverture Mendelssohn-Bartholdy Hebrides Ouverture Schubert Symphony no.5 - 1st and 2nd movement Costs: €2000Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10336?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10336?ref=48Accademia Filarmonica Europea is organising three exceptional masterclasses in Rome: - Conducting Masterclass for the Operatic repertoire led by Maestro Pietro Mianiti, a conductor active in major Italian and European theaters and a leading interpreter of contemporary music. 11-16 November 2025 - Opera singing, held by the renowned soprano Elizabeth Norberg-Schulz, a leading figure on the international opera scene. 11-16 November 2025 - Conducting Masterclass for the Symphonic repertoire led by Maestro Daniele Agiman, a conductor active in major Italian and European theaters and a leading interpreter of contemporary music. 2-5 December 2025Wed, 20 Aug 2025 11:00:46 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10339?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10339?ref=48ICA’s final masterclass and concert of 2025 will take place in Cardiff from 28 October to 1 November, led by Colin Metters and featuring the professional orchestra Ensemble Cambrica. This eight-day programme includes virtual score preparation followed by five intensive live days in Cardiff. Participants will progress through silent conducting, piano sessions, string quintet rehearsals, and full orchestral work, culminating in a public concert. The repertoire—Brahms Haydn Variations, Kodály Dances of Galánta, and Beethoven Symphony No. 4—forms the basis of the training and final performance. This is the culmination of ICA’s annual programme and is designed for advanced conducting students and early-career professionals. A few participant places remain.Tue, 19 Aug 2025 20:21:58 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10337?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10337?ref=48After 15 years, our current Musical Director is leaving for pastures new, so we are looking for a new Musical Director. We are an inclusive community group which performs 5 concerts per year, and have a high standard of playing. We are looking for someone to challenge us in different ways and take our group to the next level. Please see our job description for more detail about the role.Sun, 17 Aug 2025 15:55:44 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51525https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/515256-day intensive masterclass for Conductors with acclaimed Austrian conductor and educator Maestro Martin Sieghart (and the West Bohemian Symphony Orchestra (https://zso.cz/). Repertoire: Mozart - Symphony No. 39, Beethoven - Symphony No. 7, Schubert - Symphony No. 3. Active participation: • 90 minutes of podium time conducting the full professional orchestra. • 60 minutes of podium time in four-hand piano sessions, video analysis, • the final public concert, • Video recordings of the concert and all the rehearsals with the orchestra are included in the price. Language: English, German. No age limits. The masterclass will be held in Mariánské Lázně (Marienbad), a historic spa town in the western Czech Republic. Many composers and artists have visited this world-famous resort to relax, absorb new energy or gain new inspiration. Please email us: conductingmasterclasses.eu@gmail.comFri, 15 Aug 2025 11:53:30 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10332?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10332?ref=48Alaska Youth Orchestras (AYO) is currently accepting applications for the position of Music Director, with a tenure to begin in the 2026-27 Season. This part-time, salaried position, will play a key role in defining the future of AYO. Currently celebrating its 60th anniversary season, Alaska Youth Orchestras has been a cornerstone of youth performing arts in Southcentral Alaska since 1965. Through its three performance ensembles and related programs, the organization reaches over 160 youth every year (grade 4 through college). AYO’s flagship program, the Anchorage Youth Symphony, is a fully-symphonic ensemble drawing over 90 top-performing youth musicians from all over Anchorage. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, three professional references, and at least two work samples. Work samples should demonstrate the candidate’s skill and ability to engage with youth in a musical setting. Work samples should also demonstrate the candidate’s skill and ability to lead musicians in a rehearsal setting. Work samples should include, but are not limited to, video recordings of the candidate in rehearsal/performance with an orchestra or musical ensemble. Please submit materials to the AYO Executive Director at: ED@alaskayouthorchestras.org Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Selected applicants may be invited to interview with the search committee, as well as travel to Anchorage to audition with AYO ensembles. AYO would like to invite the successful candidate to take part in the final concert of the 2025-26 Season (May 17, 2026) as their schedule allows, with full position responsibilities to begin July 1, 2026. The new music director will also be invited to participate in audition review and planning for the 2026-27 Season.Mon, 11 Aug 2025 21:35:11 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51502https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/jobs/51502- Online Competition (Video Selection) - Open to all nationalities and ages - Piano, Strings, Voice, Wind and Chamber Music · 51st "Paris" Grand Prize Virtuoso, a selected group of winners will receive an invitation to perform at the prestigious The Studio of The Opéra Bastille in Paris (France) on December 10-12, 2025 it's the main facility of the Paris National Opera, France's principal opera company, and considered one of the most prestigious concert halls in the world. Selected winners will receive a set of digital professional photos, a 3D sculpted medal and a certificate/diploma (for free). Application Deadline: Monday, October 20, 2025. More info: https://www.grandprizevirtuosointernationalmusiccompetition.com/Sun, 10 Aug 2025 05:16:43 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5364https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/competitions/5364“Quanti direttori si muovono, agitano le braccia, ma l’orchestra… resta sola. Il gesto è vuoto. Nessuna tensione. Nessun contenuto. Tutto si appiattisce, e la colpa? È dell’orchestra. Bugiardo. Chi dirige senza sapere è responsabile del caos. È tempo di finirla con l’estetica del gesto e iniziare a vedere cosa accade davvero tra un movimento e l'altro delle braccia. Il corso con Raffaele Napoli è per chi ha il coraggio di mettere in discussione tutto.Per chi non vuole più fingere.” Raffaele Napoli, direttore d'orchestra italiano ha lavorato per 10 anni con Sergiu Celibidache dal 1981 al 1990. Da 40 anni è impegnato a diffondere la poetica musicale e la tecnica "peso-impulso-proporzione" del Maestro rumeno. Quasi 50 ore di documenti audio e video tradotti e sottotitolati in italiano da tutte le lingue che parlava Celibidache costituiscono una delle più esaurienti documentazioni esistenti al mondo su questo straordinario patrimonio dell'umanitàWed, 06 Aug 2025 14:26:47 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10324?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10324?ref=48The Ensemble OrQuesta team are opening another Mozart Conducting Academy in 2026 with performances at Christ Church, Hastings and The Cockpit, London. Rehearsals will take place in Hastings from 8th to 16th January with a performance on 17th January and one subsequent performance in London on 23rd January. This academy will be in partnership with the Hastings Philharmonic Orchestra and the performance will be accompanied by an HPO Ensemble of 7 musicians (Flute, Clarinet and string quintet). Participating conductors will be coached on opera conducting technique. The academy will be led by EO’s, and Hastings Philharmonic Orchestra’s artistic director Marcio da Silva. Each of the four participating conductors will conduct at least one on the two Acts of the opera. In the subsequent performances they can participate as assistants. Rehearsal and performance venue: Christ Church (St Leonards on Sea) Tuition fee: £1,500 (does not include accommodation)Sun, 03 Aug 2025 17:03:27 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10317?ref=48https://www.musicalchairs.info/fr/courses/10317?ref=48