Piedmont Wind Symphony Announces CONDUCT!
- Piedmont Wind Symphony
- Apr 16
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Piedmont Wind Symphony Announces CONDUCT!
A Conductor’s Workshop at UNC School of the Arts
Piedmont Wind Symphony is excited to announce the launch of its new program, CONDUCT!, a dynamic conductor’s workshop designed for individuals who wish to enhance their conducting and analytical skills. Presented in collaboration with the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, CONDUCT! will take place from June 18-20, 2025, at University of North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston-Salem, NC.
“Participating in conducting workshops has provided me with the most incredible growth and learning experiences in the safety of working alongside others motivated to improve. I am excited to lean on my experiences as a workshop participant and a middle school band director to help this group of CONDUCT! Participants progress on their journey, and I am ecstatic for all of us to collaborate with THE Piedmont Wind Symphony!” ––Tiffany Hitz
This immersive workshop offers participants the rare opportunity to work alongside professional members of Piedmont Wind Symphony while refining their conducting techniques, score preparation, and rehearsal strategies. The sessions will also explore important aspects of movement, aural imagery, pedagogy, and repertoire. It’s a unique educational experience tailored to conductors of all levels who are eager to grow their expertise in the wind band and orchestral conducting worlds.
“The CONDUCT! workshop will be a great opportunity for conductors to engage with a fantastic professional ensemble and important repertoire while expanding their network of connections. I’m looking forward to working with the talented participants and the incredible Piedmont Wind Symphony.” ––Dr. Kevin Geraldi
Meet the Clinicians:
Lead Clinician: Dr. Kevin Geraldi – Director of Bands, University of Illinois
Host & Lead Clinician: Dr. Mark A. Norman – Artistic Director/Conductor of Piedmont Wind Symphony, Director of Instrumental Ensembles, UNC School of the Arts
Guest Clinician & Speaker: Tiffany Hitz – Director of Bands, Robinson Secondary School, Fairfax, VA
Conducting Workshop Repertoire:
Serenade #11 in Eb, K 375 (Octet version) – W.A. Mozart (Barenreiter edition)
Octet – Igor Stravinsky (Boosey and Hawkes)
Sept Dances – Jean Francaix (Schott)
Tentative Workshop Schedule:
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
12:00 PM: Registration and Reception
1:00 PM: Movement Fundamentals and Exploration Workshop – Dr. Norman & Dr. Geraldi
2:00 PM: Conducting Workshop #1
4:30 PM: Daily Review
7:00 PM: Observe Piedmont Wind Symphony Rehearsal
9:30 PM: Day Concludes
Thursday, June 19, 2025
9:00 AM: Movement Fundamentals and Exploration Workshop – Dr. Norman
10:00 AM: Session #1 – “Common Sense Planning for Performance-Based Classes” – Ms. Hitz
12:00 PM: Session #2 – “What’s the Score?” Musically Informed Rehearsal Strategies – Dr. Geraldi
1:30 PM: Conducting Workshop #2 – Octet by Stravinsky
7:30 PM: Piedmont Wind Symphony: Piedmont Pops in the Pit Concert
Friday, June 20, 2025
9:00 AM: Movement Fundamentals and Exploration Workshop – Dr. Norman & Dr. Geraldi
9:30 AM: Conducting Workshop #3 – Sept Dances by Francaix
2:00 PM: Post-workshop Cookout & Social
Exclusive Participant Opportunities:
Limited to just 8 participants, attendees will receive three 15-minute conducting sessions with professional musicians of Piedmont Wind Symphony.
A pre-workshop Score Study Workshop with Dr. Geraldi and Dr. Norman will be available via Zoom (date to be announced).
Participants will also attend Piedmont Wind Symphony’s open rehearsal and concert.
Application Process: Interested conductors are invited to apply by submitting the following materials:
A cover letter explaining why they wish to attend
A résumé
A video link of recent conducting (no more than 15 minutes)
Participant Fee: $375.00 for those selected. There is no application fee. Consideration for acceptance is ongoing until all eight positions are filled, so early application is encouraged.
For more information and to apply, visit piedmontwindsymphony.com/conduct
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About Piedmont Wind Symphony: Founded in 1989, Piedmont Wind Symphony has been at the forefront of pushing the boundaries of classical music. As one of the few non-military professional wind symphonies in the United States, the symphony is committed to innovating and evolving wind ensemble music. Through its dedication to artistic excellence and creative programming, Piedmont Wind Symphony continues to make wind music relevant and inspiring, engaging audiences across the Winston-Salem and Forsyth County community and beyond.
Media Contact:
Brianna Cantwell
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