Peter
Leonard
Conductor
Guest conducted the NY Philharmonic, Former artistic director and GMD of German opera houses
“I'm forever grateful to BOA 2022 that it gave me chance to meet amazing musicians from all over the world. Each rehearsal was a huge inspiration for me.” - Lusine G, Armenia
Berlin Opera Academy Orchestra gives musicians real-world experience through an immersive summer training program in the heart of Europe.
A typical day with BOA Orchestra
09:30 - 12:30
Chamber Music, Masterclass or Audition Training
14:00 - 17:00
Opera Repertoire Rehearsal
18:00 - 19:00
German Language Classes
The BOA Orchestra Program gives musicians a real-life experience playing in a european opera orchestra while improving audition skills, chamber music performance and having an unforgettable summer. Participants will look forward to a four- or eight-week immersive experience with international friendships that last a lifetime.
Summer studies include:
Operatic repertoire training and performance
Chamber music training and performance
Sectional orchestral coaching
German language classes
Audition training
Daily access to practice rooms
Masterclasses and workshops
2025 SEASON
Cendrillon // Massenet
L'incoronazione di Poppea // Monteverdi
Die Fledermaus // Strauss
Die Zauberflöte // Mozart
FACULTY
Peter Leonard
Jiyoon
Lee
Visiting Instructor
First concertmaster of Staatskapelle Berlin, acclaimed for her virtuosic and passionate violin performances
Carlos
Spierer
Conductor
Guest Conductor and Teacher at renowned opera houses such as San Francisco Opera, Frankfurt Opera & Komische Oper Berlin
Kevin
Class
Conductor
Belgian pianist and conductor known for his refined performances and over 15 acclaimed recordings, with a career spanning solo recitals at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall
Dominic
Wheeler
Conductor
Head of Opera Studies at Guildhall School of Music
Dr
David Kram
Conductor
Artistic Director of the MTO-German-Austrian Opera Grant
Christian
Standridge
Visiting Instructor
American cellist who has performed in major concert halls across the world, studying under renowned musicians and currently teaching and maintaining a private studio in Berlin
APPLICATION PROCESS //
Early Application Deadline: January 15th, 2025
Acceptance decisions are made on a rolling basis; early application is therefore strongly encouraged.
Application Instructions: Submit the form below. There is no application fee for orchestral musicians.
Repertoire Requirements: Please select your section below for detailed requirements.
Applicants to the Berlin Opera Academy must be aged 18 or older at the time of the program.
Applications will be accepted from musicians under the age of 18, provided they demonstrate great musical skills and abilities for their age.
General Guidelines:
- Check your section's requirements below.
- One video including the required program for your instrument. Cuts between movements/excerpts are allowed.
- The recording should not be older than one year.
- Piano accompaniment is not necessary.
Select your section for detailed instructions:
TUITION & SCHOLARSHIP
€ 500: Single Session Orchestra Tuition
€ 1000: Double Session Orchestra Tuition
Thanks to our donors, we are able to offer over €150,000 in scholarships to successful applicants across BOA.
All orchestra members are required to submit a refundable tuition installment of 500€ to hold their place at BOA. This will be refunded upon successful completion of the program after the summer ends. (BOA will begin processing all refunds in September)