Fellows receive slightly more podium time than associates and are given the opportunity to conduct a concert with the symphony orchestra repertoire. Associates conduct a concert using the chamber orchestra repertoire. This distinction allows both roles to gain valuable conducting experience tailored to different ensemble sizes and complexities.

Yes, all fellows and associates are responsible for bringing the scores for the entire repertoire listed for their program. Please ensure you have all necessary music prepared and with you for the program.

Yes, all fellows and associates are responsible for bringing the scores for the entire repertoire listed for their program. Please ensure you have all necessary music prepared and with you for the program.

We aim to limit the number of fellows and associates to a total of 16 to ensure that concert opportunities are distributed equally among all participants.

Morning: Fellows and associates actively conduct during the orchestra rehearsals. This session is critical for practicing their conducting skills with a full ensemble and receiving real-time feedback from the orchestra players, instructors, and peers. Afternoon: They participate in critique sessions. These sessions are focused on reviewing the morning's rehearsals, where they receive detailed feedback and discuss various conducting techniques and interpretations. Late Afternoon: Fellows and associates attend special topics seminars. These seminars are designed to deepen their understanding of various aspects of music, conducting, and career development.

String Orchestra: Consists of a string quintet. Chamber Orchestra: Includes a double string quintet plus one of each wind instrument. Symphony Orchestra: Comprises two stands of each string instrument plus one of each wind instrument, percussion, and timpani.

Early Application Period: Applications are reviewed in monthly pools. During this phase, admission is rolling and hybrid, and applicants may be placed into either the Fellows or Associates program based on qualifications, experience, and potential. Regular Application Period: After the deadline, all remaining applications are reviewed together and divided into Fellows and Associates based on merit and program availability. Late Application Period: After decisions are released, applications are considered only for programs with remaining availability. Fellows represent the most advanced participants, and placement is competitive. Since Fellow spots are limited, early application is strongly encouraged. Each application is reviewed thoroughly to ensure a well-rounded cohort.

FELLOWS AND ASSOCIATES 2026 REPERTOIRE STRING ORCHESTRA SESSION July 6 - 9 • Mozart: Divertimento K. 136 • Arensky: Variations on a Theme by Tchaikovsky • Dvorak: Serenade op. 22 • Manny Alvarez: Permutations • please email Mr. Alvarez to receive the score: manycon@gmail.com CHAMBER ORCHESTRA SESSION July 10 -13 • Beethoven: Symphony No. 7, op. 92 • Prokofiev: Classical Symphony, op. 25 • Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 4, op.90 SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA SESSION July 14 - 17 • Brahms: Symphony No. 4, op. 98 • Stravinsky: Firebird Suite 1919 • Weber: Der Freischutz Overture • Edward Hart: Three Latin Rivers • please email Dr. Hart to receive the score: harte@cofc.edu(mailto:harte@cofc.edu)