1. General information
1.1 We are pleased to present the Second Conducting Masterclass of this year, focusing on score analysis with maestro Leonard Boga and conducting technique with maestro Cristian Orosanu, between 15-21 September 2025, in Brașov (Romania).
1.2 Conductors of all nationalities and all ages can take part in this course. A number of 12 conductors will be invited from the people applying. Participants will be selected by the two maestros leading the course.
1.3 The repertoire, both for analysis and the baton technique will be: Beethoven - 7th Symphony and Respighi - Antiche Danze ed Arie (Suite nr.3).
While other pieces may be briefly referenced, the main goal is not to expand the repertoire, but to deepen the participants’ ability to study a score effectively and to communicate music through physical expression. The conducting technique is based on Sergiu Celibidache’s school. The Barform analysis will be explained. The foundation of this system lies in Alfred Lorenz’s works on Wagner’s Operas (“Das Geheimnis der Form bei Richard Wagner”) and developed by the Romanian conductor and teacher Constantin Bugeanu. This analysis allows a deep assimilation of the music within a short time. The goal is to cultivate a conducting style rooted in clarity, musical depth, and authentic connection with the ensemble.
Score analysis is an essential tool for any conductor. Through careful study of the score, we uncover the composer’s intentions, structural elements, harmonic language, and stylistic nuances.
This masterclass will demonstrate how musical analysis helps conductors develop a deeper understanding, stronger memorization, greater clarity, and more expressive interpretation of the score.
1.4 For each day of the Masterclass, there will be an analysis session with maestro Leonard Boga and a practical session with maestro Cristian Orosanu: first two days conducting technique only with Cristian, the next two days with piano and the last 3 days with a string quintet. On the last day of the Masterclass, we are organising a feedback session with the musicians of the string quintet. This is one of the most appreciated sessions during the Orchestra’s Conductor Competition, where the conductors take valuable opinions directly from the ensemble musicians. For the sessions with piano, each participant will actively conduct for 30 minutes and for the sessions with string quintet, each participant will actively conduct for 45 minutes. We strongly encourage all the conductors to also participate passively to their colleagues' evolution (of course, with no obligation): much can be learned by observing your colleagues’ learning process.
1.5 The main language of the course will be English. If necessary, maestros Orosanu and Boga also speak other languages.
1.6 All participants will receive an attendance certificate.
2. Registration:
2.1 Inscriptions will be open between 15 June - 15 July 2025. There will be no inscription fee.
2.2 The selected conductors will be informed by e-mail between 20 - 30 July 2025. They will have to pay the participation fee within 3 working days from the moment we send the confirmation (* please check the spam box regularly as well, between 20 - 30 July!). After these 3 days, the management reserves the right to cancel invitations and replace them with people from the waiting list.
2.3 The participation fee is 1000 euros (free of bank taxes). Invited people will receive a PayPal link or direct bank details, inside the confirmation email.
2.4 Candidates must complete this on-line application form, and upload the required data:
- 2 video recordings showing the candidate conducting an ensemble (* please follow the guidelines at the end of this document);
- surname, given name, nationality.
- email and phone number. (Please use the same email address for the inscription and for the communication)
2.5 After the payment of the fee, there is no possibility to cancel the participation and no registration fee or expenses incurred by participants may be refunded and no recourse may be taken against the masterclass organisers or their partners.
2.6 Travel and accommodation expenses are to be met by the participants in the Masterclass.
2.7 The communication will be done on the following email address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
3. VISA and TESTS
3.1 Each participant is responsible for ensuring that the legal requirements for entry into the country where the Masterclass is held are respected, including visa, medical tests and any other formalities required by authorities to enter the country and to participate in the Masterclass events.
3.2 The organisers may, at a nominated candidate’s request, issue him/her with an official letter of invitation.
4. PERSONAL DATA
4.1 These Regulations take into account the new rules on the protection of personal data imposed by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of 25 May 2018.
Only the information necessary for the proper conduct of the Masterclass is collected. Candidates agree to the collection of this personal data upon registration for the Masterclass. The Geros Association is responsible for collecting this data, required for the following purposes: registration and participation in the Masterclass and all communication of information to participants relating to the ongoing production of the course.
4.2 By entering the Masterclass, participants accept these Regulations and the collection of the data required for registration. Participants are informed that all the information requested as part of the registration process is mandatory and indicated as such. Failure to provide this mandatory data will result in elimination of the candidate from participation in the Masterclass.
4.3 All personal data collected will remain confidential and will not be used for commercial purposes: Geros Association will not communicate this data to third parties and undertakes to guarantee the security and confidentiality of the data collected during the registration of candidates for the Masterclass in order to avoid their loss, alteration, deterioration or misuse.
4.4 Pursuant to Act No. 78-17 of 6 January 1978, amended by Act No. 2018-493 of 20 June 2018 following the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of 25 May 2018 taking effect, candidates are reminded that they have a free and permanent right of access to modify, rectify, delete, oppose portability and limit processing in respect to their personal data.
4.5 This right may be exercised at any time by candidates relative to information concerning them by sending a letter, accompanied by a photocopy of proof of identity, to the following e-mail address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
5. Timetable:
September 15, 2025
Conducting technique with Cristian Orosanu (all the 12 conductors): 10:00 - 12:00
Score Analysis with Leonard Boga (all the 12 conductors): 14:30 - 18:00
September 16, 2025
Conducting technique with Cristian Orosanu (all the 12 conductors): 10:00 - 12:00
Score Analysis with Leonard Boga (all the 12 conductors): 14:30 - 18:00
September 17, 2025
Beethoven with piano (Cristian Orosanu):
10:00 - 10:30: Conductor 1
10:30 - 11:00: Conductor 2
11:00 - 11:30: Conductor 3
Break
12:00 - 12:30: Conductor 4
12:30 - 13:00: Conductor 5
13:00 - 13:30: Conductor 6
Score Analysis with Leonard Boga (all the 12 conductors): 15:30 - 19:00
September 18, 2025
Beethoven with piano (Cristian Orosanu):
10:00 - 10:30: Conductor 7
10:30 - 11:00: Conductor 8
11:00 - 11:30: Conductor 9
Break
12:00 - 12:30: Conductor 10
12:30 - 13:00: Conductor 11
13:00 - 13:30: Conductor 12
Score Analysis with Leonard Boga (all the 12 conductors): 15:30 - 19:00
September 19, 2025
Respighi with string quintet (Cristian Orosanu):
10:00 - 10:45: Conductor 1
10:45 - 11:30: Conductor 2
Break
12:00 - 12:45: Conductor 3
12:45 - 13:30: Conductor 4
Score Analysis with Leonard Boga (all the 12 conductors): 15:30 - 19:00
September 20, 2025
Respighi with string quintet (Cristian Orosanu):
10:00 - 10:45: Conductor 5
10:45 - 11:30: Conductor 6
Break
12:00 - 12:45: Conductor 7
12:45 - 13:30: Conductor 8
Score Analysis with Leonard Boga (all the 12 conductors): 15:30 - 19:00
September 21, 2025
Respighi with string quintet (Cristian Orosanu):
10:00 - 10:45: Conductor 9
10:45 - 11:30: Conductor 10
Break
12:00 - 12:45: Conductor 11
12:45 - 13:30: Conductor 12
Feedback session with the quintet musicians and the two maestros: 15:30 - 18:00
Dinner with everybody in the area, at 18:30
* VIDEO GUIDELINES:
1. The videos’ aim is to illustrate the candidate’s skills, thus it is required that the conductor is clearly visible and at least part of the video is filmed in frontal view;
2. Any instrumental or vocal ensemble is accepted (at least 2 musicians);
3. The candidates can provide links to videos of performances from any historical period;
4. Two movements/parts of the same piece are permitted;
5. The videos must be played in streaming mode (videos don’t have to be downloaded) and must be visible without any restriction;
6. The candidates shall send one link for each video;
7. Each video should last a minimum of 3 minutes, without any cuts.
Respecting these guidelines is in the interest of the candidates. Video materials not corresponding to the guidelines will be more likely to get lower rates in the process of pre-selection.
Brașov, at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, is one of Romania’s most historic and charming cities. Its medieval Old Town, rich culture, and beautiful surroundings create a perfect mix of inspiration and peace.
We’re excited to have you here for the conducting masterclass this September and we’re sure Brașov will leave a lasting impression on both your artistic journey and your heart.
