Orchestra Studio
June 26 – July 24, 2027
At the Trentino Music Festival participants are immersed in an atmosphere of extraordinary music making, and the rich cultural exchange that comes from performing with musicians from different cultures and countries in a beautiful international setting.
The tuition free Orchestra Studio is a pre-professional training & performance program for students between the ages of 18-32 interested in pursuing a career as a 21st century professional musician. The five-week program provides participants with high-calibre technical training, practical audition tools, and rich performance experiences led by an internationally acclaimed faculty.
The orchestra is led by Metropolitan Opera conductor J. David Jackson and encompasses a full range of strings, winds, brass, and percussion. Maestro Jackson, along with a renowned faculty of resident guest conductors and master teachers curates a program aimed at empowering musicians through rigorous training, outstanding performance opportunities, and the realization of the multi-faceted layers necessary for a successful career in today’s changing musical landscape.
Training and performance opportunities
Symphony orchestra rehearsals & performances
Chamber music readings, coaching, & performances
Collaborative performances with opera & dance studios
Master Classes – guest artists in strings, winds, brass, & percussion
Orchestra Repertoire for the 2027 Season TBD
Daily Schedule –
9:30 – 12:30 – Orchestra Rehearsal
12:30 – 2:30 – Lunch
2:30 – 5:30 – Orchestra Rehearsal
Opera
TBD
Dance
TBD
Auditions – Young Artists are accepted by Video auditions. To apply, click “Apply Now!” and fill out the application and attach your audition video.
Acceptance – Early applications are strongly encouraged to ensure participation in the festival. Once accepted you will receive an acceptance package with pertinent information on the festival, payments, travel, housing, and information pertinent to your stay in Italy. Musical assignments are made by the music director.
Learn what you love in Italy!!
AUDITION PROCESS:
Orchestra applicants should follow the audition instructions for your instrument from the following links:
“I had never played an opera before and to do it with a conductor from the Metropolitan Opera was amazing. The orchestra concerts were also a real high point for me. Playing with musicians from so many different countries and backgrounds was truly a fabulous experience.”