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8th International Conductor‘s Seminar Wernigerode
May 15-18, 2027
Wernigerode, Germany
A masterclass for experienced conductors
The 8th International Conductor’s Seminar takes place in Wernigerode from May 15–18, 2027, ahead of the International Johannes Brahms Choir Festival & Competition. Active participation is designed for experienced choral conductors and students with substantial practical conducting experience. Passive participation as an observer is also possible.
Work with Prof. Virginia Bono (Argentina) and Prof. Gunter Berger (Germany) to refine your conducting technique, rehearsal methods and musical interpretation. Individual feedback supports your artistic development throughout the seminar.
Active participants rehearse with members of the Wernigerode Chamber Choir, exploring music by Schütz, Brahms and Elgar alongside contemporary works by Cecilia McDowall and Laura Jēkabsone. The repertoire offers varied challenges in phrasing, rhythm and choral sound.
Active places are awarded through an application process. Observer participation offers insights into rehearsals and different conducting approaches, with opportunities for professional exchange and singing with the choir.
WELCOME
The participants will have the opportunity to learn from renowned choral experts from all over the world and to grow musically. Welcome to the 8th International Choral Conductors Seminar in Wernigerode!
Günter Titsch, President INTERKULTUR
Participation
Registration / Application Deadline: February 1, 2027
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Impressions
Destination
Wernigerode is a city with a special flair, as it is not only a gem of medieval architecture but also beautifully located at the edge of the Harz, a low mountain range in Germany. Hardly any other German city has so many gorgeous timber-framed buildings that compete for the visitor’s’ attention: the ideal setting for the parade and the opening ceremony as well as further open air events. And the narrow-gauge-railway also turns the discovery of the surroundings into a wonderful and charming experience.
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