June 4 - 7, 2026

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As part of the LAFCI Classical series, faculty members Jorge Mester and Angel Velez team up for a special workshop dedicated to addressing the needs of the modern conductor, focused on artistic excellence, audition preparation with traditional orchestral repertoire, including live-to-film preparation, all culminating in a public performance.  Accepted Fellows will receive over 80 minutes of podium time, plus the public performance.

 

Repertoire will include:

L'Histoire du Soldat - Igor Stravinsky

Appalachian Spring (suite for 13 instruments) - Aaron Copland

String Octet, Op. 20 - Felix Mendelssohn

Souvenir de Florence - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

*Tribute to the Film Composer - John Williams

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*denotes not repertoire for final public performance

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This workshop will be limited to a maximum of 10 Fellows and no more than 6 Auditors.  

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Submission deadline is April 3, 2026.  

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To apply, please submit:

1. ​A YouTube video link of your conducting of your choice, preferably from the perspective of the orchestra (performance or rehearsal are acceptable).

2. A current CV outlining your professional musical experience.

3. Online application form.

4. $20 application fee

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This workshop has two (2) possible levels of participation:

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1. Fellow

 

• Participation in all classes and sessions and conducting in final concert (filmed).

Fee: $1,500

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2. Auditor

 

• Passive participation in all classes and sessions and admission to final concert.

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Fee: $250

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LAFCI is committed to providing a safe environment for all to learn and work and will abide by all COVID safety protocols as required by both the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and the respective studios. At this time, vaccinations are highly recommended but not required.