Application to Register
Los Angeles Conducting Institute Application
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Acceptance to the Conducting Institute will be offered on a rolling basis, and positions are limited, therefore early application is encouraged.
Registration Options
Track 1 - Designed for up to 8 advanced conductors.
Includes 2 podium sessions with professional chamber ensemble and 2 sessions with large student/community ensemble, plus individualized attention through daily small group/lab ensemble conducting sessions. Individual Lesson option also available.
Financial assistance is available to qualified candidates, directed toward the areas of diversity and financial need.
Financial assistance is available to qualified candidates, directed toward the areas of diversity and financial need.
Application Materials
- Completed Registration Form
- One-page resumé
- Video – 15-20 minutes of performance and/or rehearsal, which may be sent in any format you prefer
Notification
- You will be notified on the status of your acceptance within a few weeks of your application
- Please note that acceptances will be issued on a rolling basis, so early application is highly recommended
Financial Support
In our effort to improve access, we have a limited amount of financial support available for applicants. To apply, please add a one-page letter of request. Support is directed to the areas of diversity and financial need.
Fees and Payment Schedule
- Tuition fee - $1290
- Application fee of $30 (non-refundable)
- $500 due upon notification of acceptance
- Balance of $790 due by April 15, 2023
Track 2 - Designed for up to 8 experienced conductors.
Includes 2 podium sessions with large student/community ensemble, plus individualized attention through daily small group/lab ensemble conducting sessions.
Individual Lesson option also available.
Application Materials - Same as for Track 1
Fees and Payment Schedule
- Tuition fee - $950
- Application fee of $30 (non-refundable)
- $500 due upon notification of acceptance
- Balance of $450 due by April 15, 2023
Track 3 - Designed for a limited number of experienced conductors (minimum 1 year of full-time teaching or equivalent experience).
Individual Lesson option also available.
Application Materials
- Completed Registration Form
- One-page resumé
Fees and Payment Schedule
- Tuition fee - $550
- $300 due at time of application
- Balance of $250 due by April 15, 2023
- Early registration discount prior to April 15 – subtract $100
Track 4 (Auditor) - Intended for conductors and students of all levels. Access to all sessions is offered. No podium time is provided. Prior experience highly recommended.
Application Materials
- Completed Registration Form
- One-page resumé
- Please specify dates you wish to attend
Fees and Payment Schedule
- Tuition fee - $350 for the full week or $150 per day
- Full amount due at time of Registration
- Early registration discount prior to April 15 – subtract $100 for the week or $50 per day
Materials for Lab Ensemble
Etudes and exercises will be available for download from our website. Please print, prepare and bring with you. It is recommended that you print double-sided and bind.
Instruments
Please bring your instrument with you. This is very important for our small group lab sessions, and you are encouraged to play in the large ensemble as well. Please contact us in advance if you play a large instrument and need to borrow one.
Refunds
Track 4 (Auditor) - Intended for conductors and students of all levels. Access to all sessions is offered. No podium time is provided. Prior experience highly recommended.
Application Materials
- Completed Registration Form
- One-page resumé
- Please specify dates you wish to attend
Fees and Payment Schedule
- Tuition fee - $350 for the full week or $150 per day
- Full amount due at time of Registration
- Early registration discount prior to April 15 – subtract $100 for the week or $50 per day
Materials for Lab Ensemble
Etudes and exercises will be available for download from our website. Please print, prepare and bring with you. It is recommended that you print double-sided and bind.
Instruments
Please bring your instrument with you. This is very important for our small group lab sessions, and you are encouraged to play in the large ensemble as well. Please contact us in advance if you play a large instrument and need to borrow one.
Refunds
Unfortunately, because we limit enrollment, we are unable to provide refunds. If there is a cancellation and the spot can be filled, we may be able to provide a partial refund.
New for 2023: 75-minute Lesson with Professor Gary Hill, Director of Bands Emeritus, Arizona State University
Shared Session (2 people) - $110, Private Session - $220
Please note that there will be a limited number of spaces available. The shared session is recommended. The private option may only be available should the schedule allow.
Either option must be requested at time of application, and paid upon notification of acceptance into LACI.