The conference masterclass committee is delighted to announce that public masterclasses in conducting will be held during the 2026 Midwest Region Conference in Milwaukee, WI. The masterclasses are offered to acknowledge and develop the conducting and rehearsal skills of outstanding undergraduate and graduate students and to promote student activity at the conference. We welcome and encourage applications from students in both small and large music programs. The masterclasses will offer a wonderful learning opportunity for everyone involved.
These masterclasses will engage undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled full-time in a music degree program. Applicants are not required to be enrolled in a conducting class at the time of application, only in a college/university music program. Conference registration fees will be waived for those selected to participate in the masterclasses. The masterclasses will allow for approximately 15 minutes (undergraduates) and 20 minutes (graduates) of podium time during the session. Finalists will prepare one piece, selected by the masterclass clinicians from among the repertoire, to be performed by an invited ensemble.
Candidates can find the directions for submitting application materials by clicking HERE. If you have any questions, please email Dr. Andrea Solya at [email protected].