DESCRIPTION: Brasov Philharmonic and Conducting Teacher Dumitru Goia offer an intensive week-long course in orchestral conducting. Limited to 10-12 active participants, the master class guarantees each participant 80 minutes of full orchestra podium exposure, including public performance, in addition to 2 hours of conducting practicum with piano duo, and extensive score study. The master class provides a unique opportunity to study and conduct Brahms greatest works. The course provides a great opportunity to not only work with a world-class orchestra and teacher, but also to produce professional-quality videos, in rehearsal and concert. The program will be able to accommodate aspiring and practicing conductors at all stages of experience. LOCATION: The medieval city of Brasov is a major cultural center of Transylvania. Situated 166 km north of Bucharest, the city is the seventh most populous city in Romania, a central transportation hub, and a popular tourist destination in Europe. REPERTOIRE: Brahms Tragic Overture Brahms Violin Concerto Brahms Symphony No. 4 Participants have the opportunity to rehearse any part of the program. Maestro Goia will make final assignments for the performance. SCHEDULE: 1 July -- Arrival in Brasov, Romania; transports arranged from Bucharest Airport (OTP) 2 - 4 July -- Piano Sessions and Score Study: daily 2 x 3-hr sessions with piano duo; additional score study and optional technique sessions with Huang and Goia 5 - 7 July -- Orchestra Sessions: minimum 3 x 4-hr sessions with full orchestra; additional sight-seeing excursions possible to nearby Poiana Brasov and Bran (Dracula's) Castle 8 July -- Dress Rehearsal and Concert: All participants will receive video and audio recordings (raw or edited) from front and back, as well as a large publicity poster. 9 July -- Departure. COST: The cost includes all tuition and professional recording fees, and accommodations and half-board. Alternate accommodation, lunch and dinner meals, and excursions are arranged separately. ICM will provide transport arrangements between Bucharest Otopeni "Henri Coanda" airport (OTP) and Brasov. Application, Tuition, Lodgings and Half-Board -- $1990.00 USD Passive Participant Tuition -- 100 Euro, due upon arrival. A deposit of $490.00 USD is due by 1 June 2018. Deposits will be refunded only if the withdrawing participant's place is filled by another participant. Payment may be made through the web via our online payment page; check or money order (USD only); or by wire transfer. Contact us for information on wiring funds. Currently enrolled graduate students in conducting are eligible for a limited number of financial assistance discounts of 10%-20%. Please contact us for details. ROOM AND BOARD: Half-board (full breakfast) lodging at the Hotel Coroana is included. Alternative lodging and meals are paid separately by the participants. ICM can offer packages for participants, between 30-50 Euro/day. ELIGIBILITY: This master class is open to all conductors. There is no upper age limit. Applicants of varying levels of training and experience will be considered. A maximum of 12 applicants will be selected to participate. APPLICATION PROCESS: 1. Complete application. Applications will be accepted until 11 May, 2018 2. Applicants will be notified of acceptance by 18 May, 2018 3. Deposit of $450.00 USD must be paid by 1 June, 2018 4. Final payment must be made by 12 June, 2018 For questions or further information regarding the master class, please contact us. |  DEADLINES: Applications Considered Until 11 May, 2018 Deposits for Accepted Applicants Due 1 June, 2018 Final Payments Due 12 June, 2018 Already Registered? Pay your DEPOSIT or FULL TUITION on our PAYMENT PAGE Powered by:  Related Links: |
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