About the Symposium
The Conductors’ Symposium is an opportunity to take part in masterclasses with one of Canada’s premier professional choral ensembles. Under the guidance of Artistic Director Kari Turunen, five conductors from across Canada, the United States, and around the world will have ample podium time to hone their skills in a highly collaborative and collegial environment.
Kari will oversee the rehearsals, providing insight on choral techniques, conducting gestures and score interpretation. This year’s focus will be music of Canada and the United States. After an intensive week of rehearsals, participants will each conduct a portion of the Neighbo(u)rs concert on February 13, 2026. Additionally, this year’s Symposium will introduce Arts Admin 101, a round-table discussion with the Vancouver Chamber Choir’s admin team about the extra-musical work that goes into running an arts organization and producing live events and outreach activities.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN.
How to Apply
There are two ways to apply:
1. Click the link above to download the brochure/application form and email the completed form to education@vancouverchamberchoir.com.
2. Click the link below to submit an online application.
There is no application fee, but successful applicants will be invoiced for the applicable registration fee.
Applicants must include the following supporting materials:
- A cover letter containing a short statement of their conducting goals
- An up-to-date curriculum vitae
- 1-2 questions about arts admin to be discussed in the Arts Admin 101 session
- Links to one or two videos (if possible, one rehearsal and one performance)
Participants are responsible for their own travel, meals and accommodation.
For more information about this program, please email education@vancouverchamberchoir.com.
