{"id":2079,"date":"2026-01-23T12:57:25","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T11:57:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/symeon-ioannidis.com\/?p=2079"},"modified":"2026-02-09T00:31:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-08T23:31:09","slug":"2nd-thessaloniki-lwi-international-conducting-masterclass-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/symeon-ioannidis.com\/en\/2nd-thessaloniki-lwi-international-conducting-masterclass-competition\/","title":{"rendered":"2nd Greece LWI International Conducting Masterclass &amp; Competition"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"2079\" class=\"elementor elementor-2079\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9e4fa89 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9e4fa89\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-ef19151\" data-id=\"ef19151\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2a947da elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2a947da\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-41912eca\" data-id=\"41912eca\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e8feebb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e8feebb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">LWI (Learn &amp; Win International) Orchestral Conducting Masterclass &amp; Competition<\/h3><p>Transparency &amp; fairness<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Thessaloniki, Greece<\/strong> \u2013 in collaboration with the Thessaloniki Youth Orchestra<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Date: April 14 \u2013 17, 2026<\/strong><\/p><p><u>Seminar Repertoire<\/u><\/p><p><strong>Ludwig van Beethoven<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Symphony No. 8 (all movements)<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Joseph Haydn<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Symphony No. 104, 1st &amp; 2nd movement<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Symphony KV 543, 1st movement<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Carl Orff<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Dance \u201cUf dem Anger\u201d from <em>Carmina Burana<\/em> (for two pianos only)<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><em>Cosi fan tutte<\/em>, Recitative \u201cTemerari&#8230;\u201d T.44 \u2013 \u201cCome scoglio\u201d T.68 (for two pianos only)<\/li><li><em>Die Zauberfl\u00f6te<\/em>, Recitative \u201cDie Weisheitslehre dieser Knaben\u201d (for two pianos only)<\/li><\/ul><p><u>\u00a0<\/u><\/p><p><u>Workshop Topics<\/u><\/p><ul><li>Basic elements and optimization of technique (with and without baton)<\/li><li>Score preparation<\/li><li>Development of sound and interpretative goals\/visions<\/li><li>Repertoire analysis<\/li><li>Enhancement of communication within the orchestra<\/li><li>Confident appearance and presence<\/li><li>Psychology and physiology of conducting<\/li><li>Rehearsal methods and structure<\/li><li>Analysis and preparation of score presentation at the piano<\/li><li>Culture management &amp; marketing<\/li><li>Information on presenting an opera scene at the piano<\/li><li>Information and analysis of the overall requirements for entrance exams and competitions<\/li><li>Through the participation of both the audience and the orchestra in the semi-final and final rounds, the competition ensures transparency and meritocracy, accurately reflecting professional reality, where a conductor\u2019s success depends on their relationship with the orchestra and the response of the audience.<\/li><\/ul><p><u>\u00a0<\/u><\/p><p><u>Masterclass Overview &amp; Structure<\/u><\/p><p>The LWI Masterclass spans four days and offers the opportunity for a complete video recording of all phases. Orchestra rehearsals, as well as the final concert\/competition, will be professionally recorded and made available to all participants free of charge.<\/p><p>Additionally, participants will receive professional application photos at no cost. The masterclass also includes personalized resume and application optimization sessions.<\/p><p><u>April 14 \u2013 15 (Two Pianos | At least 40 minutes per participant)<\/u><\/p><p>Focus on score analysis and preparation, fundamental conducting techniques, and technical training in small groups. Participants will also reflect on individual goals and aspirations.<\/p><p>Each day concludes with a group session where video clips will be analyzed if necessary. Additionally, presentations will cover:<\/p><ul><li>Essential conducting principles<\/li><li>European requirements for auditions and competitions<\/li><li>Key aspects of artistic management, communication, and psychology<\/li><\/ul><p><u>\u00a0<\/u><\/p><p><u>April 16 \u2013 17 (With Orchestra | At least 40 minutes per participant)<\/u><\/p><p>The focus shifts to intensive collaboration with the orchestra, featuring two daily rehearsals of 160 minutes each on the first day and a semi-final and a final concert on the second day.<\/p><p><strong>Semi-Final \u2013 April 17<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>The semi-final rehearsal will be professionally recorded, with all participants performing.<\/li><li>Immediately afterward, the orchestra will vote on six finalists for the most outstanding conductors.<\/li><li>All conductors will receive direct feedback from the orchestra.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Final Concert &amp; Awards \u2013 April 17 (with audience)<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>The final concert will be professionally recorded, with all participants performing.<\/li><li>Immediately afterward, the orchestra and the audience will vote on three awards for the most outstanding conductors.<\/li><li>The 3 award winners will conduct the concert of the 2nd International Piano Competition &#8220;Nora Loukidou&#8221; and will also receive direct feedback from the orchestra.<\/li><\/ul><p><u>\u00a0<\/u><\/p><p><u>General Conditions<\/u><\/p><ul><li><strong>Location:<\/strong> Thessaloniki (Greece), in collaboration with the Thessaloniki Youth Orchestra<\/li><li><strong>Languages:<\/strong> Greek, German, English<\/li><li><strong>Instructor:<\/strong> Maestro Symeon Ioannidis<\/li><li><strong>Objective:<\/strong> To provide comprehensive training in orchestral conducting with a focus on preparation for European university entrance exams and professional auditions for conductor vacancies and competitions.<\/li><\/ul><p><u>\u00a0<\/u><\/p><p><u>Participation &amp; Fees<\/u><\/p><p><strong>Active Participation<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Fee:<\/strong> \u20ac1,500<\/li><li><strong>Selection Process:<\/strong> 15 active participants will be chosen via video submission (minimum 5 minutes, no further restrictions).<\/li><li><strong>Application Deadline:<\/strong> March 14, 2026<\/li><li><strong>Notification of Selected Participants:<\/strong> By March 16, 2026<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Passive Participation<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/li><li><strong>Benefits:<\/strong> Access to all events, the opportunity to ask questions to Maestro Ioannidis, and a certificate of participation.<\/li><\/ul><p><u>\u00a0<\/u><\/p><p><u>Registration &amp; Payment<\/u><\/p><ul><li>After acceptance, participants must confirm their participation within 48 hours by sending an email to <a href=\"mailto:maestroprimo@gmail.com\">maestroprimo@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/li><li>Simultaneously, the participation fee (for active or passive participation) must be paid, or proof of payment must be provided.<\/li><li>Upon confirmation, participants will receive detailed information on scheduling, payment, and logistics.<\/li><\/ul><p>Admission for the public is free.<\/p><p><u>The Orchestra<\/u><\/p><p>As part of promoting young artists, the Thessaloniki Youth Orchestra will provide their orchestra for rehearsals, the semi-final and the final concert and will also vote on the awarding of the three competition prizes.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/tyo.gr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/tyo.gr<\/a><\/p><p><u>Workshop Instructor \/ Coordinator<\/u><\/p><p>Symeon Ioannidis, graduate as a violinist, pianist, and conductor (HfM Frankfurt\/Main | \u201cHanns Eisler\u201d Berlin | \u201cFranz Liszt\u201d Weimar) and cultural and media manager (University of Music and Theater Hamburg), has dedicated himself to the training of young conductors for 30 years.<\/p><p>From his professional experience, including over 30 years as concertmaster and guest conductor at opera houses such as the Staatsoper Unter den Linden, the Deutsche Oper Berlin and the Komische Oper, he imparts the skills that conductors need today and specializes in European standards and requirements.<\/p><p>As part of the workshop, Symeon Ioannidis collaborates with other colleagues (accompanist, assistant) and presents a broader musical approach through his additional role and experience as an artistic director, optimally supporting the full range of participant needs.<\/p><p><u>Contact<\/u><\/p><p><strong>Symeon IOANNIDIS<\/strong><\/p><p>Guest Conductor | Komische Oper Berlin, Deutsche Oper Berlin, Staatsoper Unter den Linden<br \/>Lecturer, Universit\u00e4t der K\u00fcnste Berlin<\/p><p>Email: <a href=\"mailto:symeonioannidis@hotmail.com\">symeonioannidis@hotmail.com<\/a><br \/>Phone: +49 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