JMU CONDUCTING WORKSHOP

November 15-17, 2024

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The workshop offers two options:

• Conducting Dukes! (Participants): 6-8 conducting spots available with each ensemble, audition video required
• Duke Watch Dog (Attendees): open to all, NO audition required

See below for more detailed information regarding these options as well as additional information for the workshop.

This event is free and open to current JMU students to observe.

Virginia Music Educators receive 50% off regular registration fee! Thank you, VA Educators!

The JMU Conducting Workshop offers two options:

Conducting Dukes! (Participant Option)

Selected participants (6-8 conductors chosen for each ensemble) will have the opportunity to conduct at least one JMU instrumental ensemble: the Wind Symphony, Symphony Orchestra, String Orchestra, and Opera Orchestra!

Each participant will receive 15-20 minutes of conducting time with the ensemble and will receive guidance and feedback from conducting faculty.

You must bring your own scores and batons, and SD cards for Video Recording.

Participants are selected through a screening process which includes review of submitted conducting videos. See application form for video submission instructions.

If not selected as a participant, we invited you to join as an Attendee.

Duke Watch Dog (Attendee Option)

Brand new to conducting or wanting to simply learn more about conducting? This option is for you! As an Attendee you will have the opportunity to engage in discussions and Q&A sessions, as well as attend and observe all conducting sessions. You will gain insights, tips, and information to develop your conducting gestures and rehearsal skills.

You must bring your own scores and batons. Attendee slots are open to everyone regardless of instrument or experience. NO audition or pre-screening is required.

Just sign up! We can’t wait to see you on JMU’s beautiful campus in November!

Registration Fees (flat fee that includes all 3 days!):

Conducting Dukes! - $200 ($100 for Virginia Music Educators, must submit verification on registration form)

Duke Watch Dogs - $100 ($50 for Virginia Music Educators, must submit verification on registration form)

*You will receive instructions by October 15 on how to submit online payment for the workshop!

Register Here

Please note the following:

• Everyone must bring their own scores, batons, & SD cards for Video Recording (Conducting Dukes only need SD cards).
• All participants and attendees are responsible for their own transportation, meals, and housing. Please see below for more information.
• Following the event, you will receive a letter of completion and engagement in the Conducting Workshop.

Important Deadlines:

• October 1 - Registration closes
• October 15 - Applicants will be informed if they are selected as a Conducting Duke!
• October 21 - Confirmation and payment due. Participants should also select their piece(s) to conduct by this date.
• November 15-17 - JMU Conducting Workshop

Conducting Repertoire:

Wind Symphony:

• Holst Military Suite in F, ed. Colin Matthews (choose 2 movements)
• Grainger Colonial Song, ed. Rogers

Symphony Orchestra:

• Stravinsky Firebird Suite (1919 version): 4. The Princesses' Khorovod, 5. Infernal dance of King Kashchei, 6. Berceuse, 7. Finale

String Orchestra:

• Alan Lee Silva - The Code
• Yukiko Nishimura - Ancient Flower
• Soon Hee Newbold - Perseus

Opera Orchestra:

• The Little Prince by Rachel Portman (Act 1 selections)
  • Prologue (Pilot)
  • Scene 2 (Prince and Pilot)
  • Scene 5 (Rose and Prince)
• Email Dr. Omelchenko at omelchkl@jmu.edu to preview scores

Directions, Lodging, Dining, & Parking Information:

• Directions to Harrisonburg
• Directions to Forbes Center for the Performing Arts (parking in Warsaw Parking Deck)
• Dining in Harrisonburg
• Dining on JMU's Campus
• Lodging in Harrisonburg

All participants will be parking in the Warsaw Parking Deck (directions above). More information about passes coming soon.

Flying into Virginia? Check out nearby airports Charlottesville (1-hour drive away), Richmond (2-hour drive away), Shenandoah Valley Airport (small regional airport, 30 mins away), or Dulles International Airport (in D.C., 2-hour drive away).

Questions? Contact Dr. Omelchenko at omelchkl@jmu.edu