First Chair Academy is a revolutionary and inspiring new initiative designed to develop the high levels of musical excellence and leadership skills demanded of the orchestra leaders of the future.
PLAY IN LEADERSHIP POSITIONS WITH AN ORCHESTRA WHILE MENTORED BY INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED LEADERS
PLACES AVAILABLE FOR VIOLIN, VIOLA, CELLO & DOUBLEBASS
info & applicationThe First Chair Academy gathers a team of prominent orchestra leaders, conductors, musicologists, motivational trainers and scholars, led by Igor Gruppman to inspire the next generation of orchestra leaders.
See the documentary film presenting the First Chair Academy annual encounter in Thessaloniki, Greece
A revolutionary and inspiring new initiative, the First Chair Academy aims to develop the high levels of musical excellence and leadership skills demanded of the orchestra leaders of the future.
The FCA aims to select and bring together talented young musicians from around the world into its international programs, supported by the most renowned artists of today.
Our specialist team of dedicated international experts have created unique pedagogical programmes, both face-to-face and online, offering a diverse approach to education, mentorship, coaching, peer supervision, and performance.