Calling highly driven and innately musical conducting students of color to participate in a conducting masterclass at the Bent But Not Broken Conference!

Students will receive individual instruction while conducting Elevation, an all-professional ensemble, from Dr. A. Jan Taylor. Each student conductor will be assigned a single piece of repertoire to prepare and present for the masterclass. Undergraduate, graduate, and emerging (young career) conductors will all be considered. The masterclass will take place as part of the Bent But Not Broken Conference on Thursday, November 19th, 2026 in Philadelphia, PA. 

To apply, please complete the application form below! If you have questions, please email Sam Barge at sam@elevatevocalarts.org.