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Donald Portnoy, Director, School of Music University of South Carolina Columbia, SC 29208 Phone 803-777-7500 Fax 803-777-9774 E-mail: Conductors Institute
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For Twenty-four years, the world renowned Conductors Institute of South Carolina has been on the "must do" list for young aspiring and experienced conductors alike. In 2005, the Conductors Institute drew participants from 25 states, the District of Columbia, and numerous foreign countries. Students of the Conductors Institute receive a no-nonsense tutorial from conductors and composers who have vast experience in the commercial, academic, and professional worlds of music. The guest conductors and composers are keenly aware of what it takes to succeed in a tough, competitive field, and they are willing to share their knowledge and expertise. One reason the Conductors Institute has been so successful for so many years is that it offers daily podium time to every individual in the program. The institute also focuses on the details of conducting and opportunities for conductors to enhance their skills and achieve a greater command with their orchestral forces. Veteran conductors offer constructive criticism and encouragement. There are no mirrors, no recorded music. Each day, as your peers observe, you will have the opportunity to conduct professional musicians who know the scores intimately. At the end of each day, you will have a video of your performance to study and to assist you in preparing for another day on stage at the podium.
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"After several years of teaching at your Conductor's Institute, I am still impressed with the quality and standards that you set. The opportunities offered to the conductors, exposure to conducting teachers and living composers, and a fine professional orchestra are immeasurable. Whether the participants expect to embark on a professional career in conducting or teaching or simply learn something about the art, they are receiving training rarely available. This institute is unique for its opportunities, high standards, overall organization, and affordable fees." Paul Vermel, music director/conductor, Northwest Symphony Orchestra and the North Suburban Orchestra, Ill.
"I find it to be the best conceived and executed of the many workshops and training classes currently available to young conductors. Each young conductor receives a significant amount of podium time, working with a first rate professional orchestra on both standard repertoire and new works by living American composers. Whether these conductors become professional music directors of orchestras, performing musicians, or music teachers, the training provided at the Conductors Institute is immensely valuable to them."--Paul Vermel, Music Director/Conductor, Northwest Symphony Orchestra and the North Suburban Orchestra, IL "I know of nowhere else in the United States where students can receive daily 'on the spot' training in front of a professional ensemble for three weeks."--Kate Tamarkin, Music Director, Monterey Symphony, CA "This is one of the finest summer conducting opportunities available in the country, and it is a pleasure to be associated with it..."--Samuel Jones, Composer in Residence, Seattle Symphony Orchestra, WA "Dr. Alvarez has a great attitude for encouraging and instructing beginning conductors."--Sam Simon, Discovery Program, GA "I appreciate the opportunity to work with several conductors and be introduced to new music by prominent composers."--Lucy Joseph, Fellow, NY "I will truly enjoy reaping the benefits of my experiences, newly found friendships and career mates, and professional connections earned at the Conductors Institute."--Scott Voyles, Associate, CT "The organization of the Institute was outstanding. There were a great variety of people, all with different goals, which bred an atmosphere of support, friendship, and trust."--Rebekah Phillips, Associate, OR |
