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MSU Conducting Symposium

May 29-June 2, 2027

More information about the 2027 Symposium will be announced in the late Fall semester of 2026.

The symposium is led by Dr. Kevin Sedatole, and welcomes various guest clinicians.

Conductor standing to the left of a wind ensemble, directing musicians while they perform. Setting, large rehearsal hall with windows letting in lots of light

Overview

Each participant will conduct five times, receiving significant individual instructional time. Additionally, participants and observers will be engaged in sessions covering score study, movement fundamentals, and repertoire. Participants will have ample opportunities to ask questions and engage in dialogue with the clinicians in panel discussions and daily wrap-up sessions.

Pricing options for attendance

  • 2027 pricing to be announced.

Group picture in outdoor setting of conducting symposium participants. All weaing same black event shirts and standing at stairwellProfessional Participants

This selective program is designed to allow participants the experience of conducting high-level players in chamber music masterworks. Outside of these conducting opportunities, you will receive special breakout sessions and participate in all of the other sessions as well as observing the remaining conducting rounds.

Undergraduate Mentorship Program (“UMP’s”)

This selective program is designed to allow eight undergraduate participants the experience of conducting high-level players in chamber music masterworks. In addition to these conducting opportunities, you will receive special breakout sessions and participate in all of the other sessions as well as observing the remaining conducting rounds.

Repertoire

2027 repertoire to be announced.

Symposium Clinicians

2027 clinicians to be announced.

For further questions, please contact Craig Adams via email: msuconductingsym@gmail.com