London Sinfonietta Academy 2010

Piloted in July 2009, the London Sinfonietta Academy is an intensive course of rehearsals, workshops, masterclasses and a final performance specialising in contemporary classical music. Participants are selected from UK-wide open auditions with the ensemble’s Principal Players, and following this process, up to 30 of the UK’s finest young musicians come together at Kings Place, the London Sinfonietta’s headquarters, to further their performing experience and training alongside some of the world's finest contemporary classical musicians.

For a taste of the 2009 academy, watch the documentary available by clicking the link on the left hand side of this page.

“There is so much to learn from the attitude and experience of the Principal Players”
Andrei Simion, cello (Academy 2009)

“It was a very inspiring experience that I hope will influence my music-making and professional interests for many years. I certainly feel inspired!”
Nick Wright, trumpet (Academy 2009)

“All of my expectations were met and exceeded, and often developed in directions I wasn’t expecting. During the Academy I feel every aspect of music making was touched on”
Jo Stark, bassoon (Academy 2009)

Applications for players are now closed for the London Sinfonietta Academy 2010

Audition dates will be announced soon.

Conductors
This year, we are delighted to offer, as part of the London Sinfonietta Academy, the opportunity for 3 young conductors, at the very start of their careers, an unparalleled opportunity to work with one of the world’s leading contemporary music ensembles and conductor Elgar Howarth.

The conductors’ programme will take place in sessions within the London Sinfonietta Academy week Sunday 4 April – Thursday 8 April 2010.

Application process:
Applications should contain the following items, and must be submitted by
Friday 30 April 2010

1. Application form: please complete (download below) and use a continuation sheet if necessary
2. Personal statement of no more than one side of A4 paper (up to 500 words) describing musical achievements and aspirations
3. A written reference from your conducting teacher/head of department (max 500 words), to confirm your suitability for the scheme
4. A DVD of recent conducting work demonstrating, where possible, any work in the field of contemporary music
5. Repertoire list

When applications close, the selection will be made by a panel of London Sinfonietta players. Repertoire will be chosen by Elgar Howarth.

Candidates should be of British nationality, or be studying in the UK, or have been resident in the UK for at least 3 years.

For more information about London Sinfonietta Academy 2010, email info@londonsinfonietta.org.uk or call 020 7239 9340

The 2009 London Sinfonietta Academy was generously supported by the Harold Hyam Wingate Foundation, Leo and Regina Hepner, The Idlewild Trust, Musicians Benevolent Fund, The Roger and Ingrid Pilkington Charitable Trust.