School of Music Graduate Studies - Instrumental Conducting
Band Conducting
Contact: SymphonicWinds.nau.edu or contact Dr. Daniel Schmidt (928) 523-7680.
Orchestra Conducting
Northern Arizona University offers an exceptional setting for a student to pursue a graduate degree in instrumental conducting under the tutelage of Darko Butorac. The program is designed to provide extensive training and practical experience for a student pursuing a conducting career in a professional or academic settings.
Admission to the program will be granted to only one student each year. Each student receives extensive performance training and learning opportunities. The skills of each student are developed in a highly individualistic manner. Student participate in weekly classes and seminars with Mr. Butorac and conduct the NAU Symphony Orchestra on a regular basis. The student will also have a chance to work with the acclaimed NAU Opera Program as a rehearsal/assistant conductor.
Dates for auditions are arranged by coincide with ensemble rehearsal schedules. Emphasis is placed on experience, rehearsal style, communication ability with ensemble and repertoire conducted. An audition consists of conducting the NAU Symphony Orchestra and an interview.
For more information contact Darko.Butorac@nau.edu or call (928) 523 2340.
Program of Study