With Music Director Valentina Peleggi
Richmond Symphony
Conducting Seminar
Dates: May 17 - 20, 2026
Location: Dominion Energy Center,
600 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219,
United States
Fee: $2500
Level/Ability: Graduate/Post Graduate/Early Career
Featuring: Talk and Q&A with special guest Marin Alsop
Fee Details & Scholarship Opportunities
Fee $2500
Includes seminar events and accommodations at the Hilton Richmond Downtown (across the street from the Dominion Energy Center). Round-trip travel to/from Richmond and most meals are not included with the fee and will be the responsibility of the participant.
Accepted Participants in the seminar will be required to submit an initial non-refundable payment of $1250.00 USD by February 1, 2026 to reserve their place. The remaining $1250.00 USD will be due by May 1, 2026. Scholarship opportunities based on need are available.
For a need based scholarship request, a recent pay stub AND photocopy of the most recent Federal Tax Return OR official letter of proof from the coordinating agency for welfare, social security, unemployment, child support, maintenance and/or alimony compensation will be required. All financial aid questions can be directed to the education team at education@richmondsymphony.com
Overview
Richmond Symphony, the largest performing arts organization in Central Virginia, will be hosting a conducting seminar with Music Director Valentina Peleggi and an opportunity to conduct the Richmond Symphony in performance. This four day immersive masterclass will focus on several areas; baton technique, individual body language, score study, rehearsal technique, and clear communication on the podium while always encouraging each participant to further develop their own personality.
The seminar offers conductors:
Repertoire
Schedule
2026-05-17
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Travel to Richmond - Hotel Check-in
2026-05-18
Monday, May 18, 2026
10:00am - 10:30pm Greetings- Orientation
10:30am - 12:30pm Rehearsal with Piano (approx 25 minutes per candidate)
Lunch on your own
2:00pm - 4:00pm Rehearsal with Piano (approx 25 minutes per candidate)
4:30pm - 6:00pm Review and Feedback
6:00pm Social Hour
2026-05-19
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
10:00am - 12:00pm Orchestra Rehearsal 1 (approx 25 minutes per candidate)
Lunch on your own
1:30pm - 4:00pm Orchestra Rehearsal 2 open to donors (approx 30 minutes per candidate)
4:00pm- 4:30pm Meet and Greet with donors
4:30pm - 6:00pm Review and Feedback (including orchestra members)
7.00pm - Dinner with Music Director, President and CEO, and/or VP of Artistic Planning
2026-05-20
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
10:00am - 12:30pm Dress Rehearsal with Richmond Symphony in concert order
Lunch on your own
3:00pm Performance recorded - Reception
5:30pm End of Seminar/Travel from Richmond
If you have trouble with this form or have additional questions, please email the Richmond Symphony Education Department at education@richmondsymphony.com
Conducting Seminar Application Form
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Attention Auditors
Would you like to attend this seminar as an auditor? A select number of candidates will be permitted to attend all conducting rehearsals as an observer to audit the seminar. In addition, there will be an opportunity to connect with Valentina Peleggi. The fee for auditing May 18 - 20, 2026 is $100.
Conducting Seminar AUDITOR Form
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