verbierfestival

The Verbier Festival Conducting Programme offers a stepping stone to emerging artists who are on the verge of leading orchestras at the highest level. Fellows are mentored by and network with a who’s who from the world of classical music.

at a glance

Up to four young conductors are accepted to the Conducting Programme. They take part in section training led by the coaches of the Verbier Festival Orchestra (VFO), as well as tutti rehearsals led the VFO Preparatory Conductor. Throughout the Festival, Conducting Fellows perform assistant conductor duties for guest conductors of the VFO, Verbier Festival Chamber Orchestra (VFCO) Music Director Gábor Takács-Nagy (and visiting VFCO conductors), and Verbier Festival Junior Orchestra (VJFO) conductors.

Other activities include: 

• A mentorship meeting with Festival Founder & Director Martin T:son Engstroem 
• A roundtable discussion with Gábor Takács-Nagy, VFCO Music Director 
• Personal meetings with guest conductors
• Public performances of small ensemble works when possible 

This is a largely self-directed programme, and participants with flexibility, openness and personal-initiative will benefit the most from the many opportunities that are presented. Conducting Fellows are urged to attend and take part in as many activities as possible during their time at the Festival.

contact

orchestras@verbierfestival.com