Orchestral Conducting Workshop

The Kent State Orchestral Conducting Workshop is an intensive three-day training
experience designed for young conductors, aspiring graduate-level conductors, high school
orchestra directors, and music educators seeking to refine their baton technique and
develop meaningful podium experience. Hosted on the Kent Campus, the workshop
provides each participant up to 60 minutes of podium time with the Kent State University
Orchestra, as well as small ensembles, piano, and daily technique sessions.

Through structured podium rotations, in-depth technique classes, and guided video review,
participants receive individualized feedback focused on gesture clarity, musical
communication, rehearsal strategies, and artistic interpretation. This immersive and
supportive environment allows conductors at all levels—from students preparing for
graduate studies to experienced educators—to explore, experiment, and grow under the
guidance of experienced faculty and internationally recognized guest mentors.

Repertoire
• Antonín Dvorák — Symphony No. 9, “From the New World” (all movements)
• Edward Elgar — Serenade for Strings

Workshop Schedule

Wednesday, February 25
9:30 a.m.  — Check-in
10:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m. — Group Discussion: Preparation for Conducting Session
1:10 p.m. –2:50 p.m. — Orchestra Conducting Session (15–20 minutes podium time per conductor)
3:30 p.m. –4:30 p.m. — Video Review Session

Thursday, February 26
10:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m. — Technique Session
1:10p.m. –2:50 p.m. — Small Ensemble/Piano Session (15–20 minutes podium time per conductor)
3:30 p.m. –4:30 p.m. — Video Review Session

Friday, February 27
10:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m.  — Technique Session
1:10 p.m. –2:50 p.m. — Orchestra Conducting Session (15–20 minutes podium time per conductor)
3:30 p.m. –4:30 p.m. — Video Review Session

Faculty:
Israel Getzov

American conductor Israel Getzov joins the workshop as guest clinician. Now in his twenty-
first season as Music Director of the Conway Symphony Orchestra, Getzov also leads the
Little Rock Winds and serves as Artistic Advisor to the Orquesta Filarmónica de Santa Cruz
(Bolivia). His previous posts include Principal Conductor of the Tianjin Philharmonic in China
and Associate Conductor of the Arkansas Symphony.

His international engagements include performances with the Evergreen Symphony in Taipei
and Bangkok, La Orchestra in Ho Chi Minh City, the Shanghai Philharmonic, Zhejiang
Symphony, Abilene Philharmonic, and the Cleveland Pops. He conducted the world
premiere of Lori Laitman’s The Scarlet Letter, contributed to major opera productions in
Tianjin, and was selected by Leonard Slatkin to conduct the National Symphony Orchestra
at the Kennedy Center.

A former member of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago, Getzov is a tenured professor at the
University of Central Arkansas and an internationally recognized clinician known for his
clear, effective approach to conducting and musical leadership.

Next Steps
Please submit the following:
• The completed form below
• Links to video of your conducting, preferably in contrasting styles

Please direct any questions regarding the program to: itercero@kent.edu.

Active Conductor Fee: $400
Auditor Fee: $150

• Pay fee using this link: https://commerce.cashnet.com/KSUMusicFees