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Designed for adult amateur musicians, the BSO Academy is an immersive week of playing and learning side-by-side with the members of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Marin Alsop.

Academy Week Application

Instructions:

  1. Fill out the application form below. We HIGHLY prefer that you fill out the form online. If you prefer, however, you may print out the form and send it to:

    Hana Morford
    Education Associate
    Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
    1212 Cathedral Street
    Baltimore, MD 21201

  2. Submit a non-refundable application fee:

$35 Early Application Fee:  November 28, 2012 – December  16, 2012
$50 Late Application Fee:  December 17, 2012  -  January 17, 2013

    1. Via our online payment page. After submitting your application form below, you will be automatically redirected to the payment page. You may also access the payment page via the link: https://www.bsomusic.org/main.taf?p=1,1,1,3&PerfNo=11545
    2. Via check. No cash or money orders. Please make checks payable to the "Baltimore Symphony Orchestra."

Please be aware that your application will not be considered until your application fee is received.
You must be at least 21 years old to apply for the BSO Academy.

UPDATES:
- Still accepting Academy applications for strings, oboe, bassoon, percussion and harp.
- Academy Scholarship applications now being accepted for qualifying string applications. CLICK HERE for more information.



Starred fields are required.

First Name *

Last Name *

Nickname (if applicable):

Current Age: *

Contact Email *

Phone #1 *

Phone #2

Address *

City *

State *

Zip Code *



EDUCATION:

College: *

Post Graduate:

Current Occupation: *

Current Employer: *


Principal Instrument: *

Part Preference (if applicable):

Secondary instrument you own and are comfortable performing on (if applicable):

Would you like to participate in Chamber Music? A side-by-side program in which participants play chamber music with BSO musicians, Chamber Music costs an additional tuition fee of $500. All applicants are welcome to participate in Chamber Music. *

Yes
No

(Please see our Program Overview for more information.)


New to 2013: Would you also like to be considered for admission into the Academy Chamber Orchestra? A small, select ensemble, the Chamber Orchestra will be led by a BSO assistant conductor and coached by BSO member for an additional fee of $500. Applications will be reviewed by BSO faculty and participants will be notified of acceptance at the same time they are notified of program acceptance. Please note that participants may only participate in Chamber Orchestra OR Chamber Music. *

Yes
No

(Please see our Program Overview for more information.)



MUSICAL BACKGROUND:

Do you play in an organized
performing group? *

Yes
No

If yes, how often?

Twice a week or more
Weekly
Less
Never

Please list the names of any performance groups with which you currently perform: *



Are you currently taking private lessons? *

Yes
No

If yes, how long have you been taking private lessons?


How many hours a week, on average, do you practice alone? *


What is the most difficult solo work you have performed? *


What is the most difficult orchestral work you have performed? *



Please tell us two musical goals that you would like to work towards over the course of the 2013 BSO Academy, if accepted:


Goal #1 *


Goal #2 *




Why do you want to attend the BSO Academy? *



Please rate by selecting the appropriate number (1=Poor; 5=Excellent)


    Familiarity with standard
    orchestral repertoire:     *

    1 2 3 4 5

    General Musicianship: *

    Technical playing (accuracy of
    notes and rhythms):     *

    Lyrical playing (melodic
    playing and phrasing):     *


MUSICAL EXPERIENCE

In 300 words or less, please explain your previous/current musical background.

Previous Playing Experience (300 words max): *



MUSICAL RECORDING (optional):   You may submit recordings of recent performances (CD format only).  If you are a first-year applicant and are applying to the Chamber Orchestra program, you are highly encouraged to submit a CD.   Please label your CD with your contact information and instrument and send it to:

Hana Morford
Education Associate
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
1212 Cathedral Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

 

Release of Liability
Registration to participate in the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Summer Academy constitutes a contract. In consideration for participation in the program, participant agrees to assume all risk of personal injury, loss or damage to property. Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Inc. may revoke the privilege to participate in this adult education program for misconduct, nuisance caused by participant, or any other reason deemed sufficient by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. The participant also agrees to hold harmless and indemnify the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Inc. and their respective directors, officers, agents and employees from any and all claims, actions, injuries or damages which may be sustained or caused by participant in connection with these activities. All film or digital files created for advertising are the sole property of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Inc. and may not be used without written consent.

This release is for Baltimore Symphony, Inc. use only and does not grant permission for program participants to use photographs or recorded media of other participants, Baltimore Symphony, Inc. events, employees or concert hall property, whether for semi-public/public consumption or personal gain. Participants are responsible for their comments and information posted to the World Wide Web, as provided by law.


Baltimore Symphony Academy Rules of Conduct
It is the BSO’s policy that certain rules and regulations regarding personal conduct are necessary for the benefit and for the safety of all.
Conduct that, in the sole judgment of the BSO, interferes with the smooth functioning of the BSO Academy, discredits the BSO, or causes harm to any employee of the BSO will be cause for immediate dismissal from the BSO Academy:
The following list of infractions to this code will be cause for immediate dismissal from the Academy.

  1. Engaging in any form of Sexual Harassment or other prohibited harassment, as determined by the BSO in its sole discretion. (Sexual Harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, request for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.)
  2. Using abusive, disrespectful, or profane language in any venue at which the BSO Academy courses, rehearsals, lessons and chamber music are scheduled.
  3. Physical assault, threatening or provoking physical assault on employees or others on BSO property or at a BSO event such as the Academy. This includes: fighting, horseplay, or roughhousing on BSO property.
  4. Use, consumption, possession or being under the influence of illicit drugs on BSO property or at a BSO event.
  5. Distributing, selling, or discussing illegal drugs on BSO property, while at a BSO event.
  6. Carrying dangerous materials, explosives, or weapons of any type on BSO premises, to a BSO event, or threatening others with a weapon(s).
  7. Stealing, defacing, or misusing BSO property or the property of BSO Employees or other participants.
  8. Smoking other than in designated areas.

 

I have read and accept the terms of these agreements

Please click SUBMIT only once

Please make sure to fill out all required fields (indicated with an asterick *) or your application will not be accepted.

For further inquiries, please contact academy@bsomusic.org

The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation

Leadership support for the BSO Academy in 2010 through 2015 is generously provided by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.