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Empowering Modern Conductors

Calling all conductors. Transition from the practice room to the podium. Rehearse and perform with professional orchestras. Master the art of conducting in the concert hall and recording studio at The Conducting Institute.

Conductor MFA

Master's Degree

1-year
10 modules
54 credits

The ultimate 1-year practical experience for the modern conductor. Regular podium time with professional ensembles covering all styles, from chamber to opera, classic orchestral to studio and live orchestra to film. Unparalleled diversity in the realm of conducting education.

Now Enrolling for September 2025
Conductor Summer

Summer Programme

3 weeks
4 concerts
6 credits

A fully-immersive practical conducting experience for musicians interested in developing their conducting skills. Daily podium time, up to 7 hours in total, with professional opera soloists, pianists and the Vratsa Symphony Orchestra, culminating in live concerts in various cities around Bulgaria.

Now Enrolling for August 2025
Conductor Summer

Benefit from our Partnership with the Vratsa Symphony Orchestra

We've teamed up with the Vratsa Symphony Orchestra and are providing all of our conducting candidates regular podium time with a professional orchestra as part of their studies.

Study with Experienced Conducting Faculty

Our conducting faculty boasts extensive professional experience and a history of high profile international performances, integrating their expertise into their teaching methods. With a wealth of educational background, they combine practical insights with pedagogical excellence, fostering a dynamic and comprehensive learning environment.

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Malcolm Yuen

Programme Director

Music Director of the Irish Chamber Ensemble and Juror Wiener Musikseminar

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Christo Pavlov

Conducting Faculty

Music Director of the Vratsa Symphony Orchestra

 

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Derek Gleeson

Conducting Faculty

Music Director of the Dublin Philharmonic Orchestra

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What Our Graduates Say

Joshua Rodriguez (2023) United States
"This program will improve the conducting of those who accept they have room to grow and keep an open mind."
"This program will improve the conducting of those who accept they have room to grow and keep an open mind."
 
 
Joshua Rodriguez (2023) | United States
Mila Jakas
"The best team of people I could imagine to spend the summer with! A fantastic place for each musician to develop conducting skills and expand musical ideas. Thank you all for the incredible life experience!"
"The best team of people I could imagine to spend the summer with! A fantastic place for each musician to develop conducting skills and expand musical ideas. Thank you all for the incredible life experience!"
 
Petromila Jakas (2023) | Croatia
Abhulimen Ohiku (2023) Nigeria
"A truly memorable summer experience!"
"A truly memorable summer experience!"
 
Abhulimen Ohiku (2023) | Nigeria
Alex Deng (2023) United States

"I need to do the MFA now!"

"I need to do the MFA now!"

Alex Deng (2023) | United States

Don't hesitate to reach out for anything.

Are you interested in joining one of our programmes designed for modern conductors? Contact us now to learn more about our educational programmes at The Conducting Institute.

Looking for something else? Check out our FAQ section or reach out to us at info@eafa.iamu.edu