{"id":2292,"date":"2026-02-12T18:38:02","date_gmt":"2026-02-12T17:38:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/symeon-ioannidis.com\/?p=2292"},"modified":"2026-03-17T21:52:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T20:52:33","slug":"2nd-berlin-lwi-orchestra-conducting-masterclass-and-competition-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/symeon-ioannidis.com\/en\/2nd-berlin-lwi-orchestra-conducting-masterclass-and-competition-2\/","title":{"rendered":"2nd Berlin LWI Orchestra Conducting Masterclass and Competition"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"2292\" class=\"elementor elementor-2292\" 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<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">2nd Berlin LWI (Learn &amp; Win International) Orchestra Conducting Masterclass and Competition with the Berlin Symphonikers<\/h2><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Rehearsal Hall (800 m\u00b2) of the Church at Hohenzollernplatz, Berlin<\/strong><\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\">&#8220;&#8230;<em>A clear start never hurt<\/em>!&#8221;<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Carlos Kleiber<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Workshop for Entrance Exam Preparation at European Universities, Pre-Auditions for Kapellmeister Positions, and Conducting Competitions<\/strong><\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #c09d2f;\"><strong>Date: May 6 &#8211; 9, 2025 <\/strong><\/span><\/p><p><u>Seminar Repertoire:<\/u><\/p><p>Ludwig van Beethoven<\/p><ul><li>Symphony No. 1 (all movements)<\/li><li>Symphony No. 2, 1st movement<\/li><li>Symphony No. 4, 1st movement<\/li><li>Symphony No. 5, 1st movement<\/li><\/ul><p>Carl Orff<\/p><ul><li>Dance &#8220;Uf dem Anger&#8221; from Carmina Burana (for two pianos only)<\/li><\/ul><p><u><br \/>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\/structure<\/li><li>Analysis and preparation of score presentation at the piano<\/li><li>Information on presenting an opera scene at the piano Information and analysis of the overall requirements for entrance exams and competitions<\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><br \/>Masterclass Overview &amp; Structure<\/span><\/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.<br \/>Additionally, participants will receive professional application photos at no cost. The masterclass also includes personalized resume and application optimization sessions.<\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">May 6 \u2013 7 (Two Pianos | At least 35 minutes per participant)<\/span><\/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.<br \/>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><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><br \/>May 8 \u2013 9 (With Orchestra | At least 45 minutes per participant)<\/span><\/p><p>The focus shifts to intensive collaboration with the orchestra, featuring two daily rehearsals of 160 minutes each.<\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Final Concert &amp; Awards | May 9<\/span><\/p><ul><li>The final concert will be professionally recorded, with all participants performing.<\/li><li>Immediately afterward, the orchestra will vote on three awards for the most outstanding conductors.<\/li><li>Award winners will receive prizes and direct feedback from the orchestra.<\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><br \/>General Conditions:<\/span><\/p><p>\ud83d\udccd Location: Berlin, in collaboration with the Berliner Symphoniker<br \/>\ud83d\udde3 Languages: Greek, German, English<br \/>\ud83c\udf93 Instructor: Maestro Symeon Ioannidis<\/p><p>Objective: To provide comprehensive training in orchestral conducting with a focus on preparation for European university entrance exams and professional auditions for cunductor vacanses and competitions.<\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Participation &amp; Fees:<\/span><\/p><p>Active Participation:<br \/>Fee: \u20ac1,800<\/p><p>Particimants enrolling in two or more LWI Masterclasses per calendar year are eligible for a <strong>10% discount.<\/strong><\/p><p>Selection Process: 14 active participants will be chosen via video submission (minimum 5 minutes, no further restrictions).<\/p><p>Application Deadline: Extension of the application deadline due to newly available spots until 01.04.2026!<\/p><p>Notification of Selected Participants: By April 18, 2025<\/p><p>Passive Participation:<br \/>Fee: \u20ac500<\/p><p>Benefits: Access to all events, the opportunity to ask questions to Maestro Ioannidis, and a certificate of participation.<\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Registration &amp; Payment:<\/span><\/p><ul><li>After acceptance, participants must confirm their participation within 48 hours by sending an email to maestroprimo@gmail.com.<\/li><li>Simultaneously, the participation fee (for active or passive participation) must be paid, or proof of payment must be provided.<br \/>Upon confirmation, participants will receive detailed information on scheduling, payment, and logistics.<\/li><\/ul><p>Admission for the public is free.<\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The Orchestra:<\/span><\/p><p>As part of promoting young artists, the Berlin Symphonikers will provide their orchestra for rehearsals and the final run-through and will also vote on the awarding of the three competition prizes.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.berliner-symphoniker.de\/\" target=\"_new\">https:\/\/www.berliner-symphoniker.de\/<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Workshop Instructor\/Coordinator:<\/span><\/p><p>Symeon Ioannidis, graduate as a violinist, pianist, conductor (HfM Frankfurt\/Main I &#8220;Hanns Eisler&#8221; Berlin I &#8220;Franz Liszt&#8221; Weimar) and cultural and media manager (University of Music and Theater Hamburg), has dedicated himself to the training of young conductors for 25 years. From his professional experience, including over 25 years as concertmaster and guest conductor at opera houses such as the Staatsoper Unter den Linden and the Komische Oper Berlin, he imparts the skills that conductors need today and specializes in European standards and requirements. As part of the workshop, Symeon Ioannidis will collaborate with other colleagues (accompanist, assistant) and present a broader approach in the field of music with his additional role and experience as an artistic director, to optimally support the entire range of participant needs.<\/p><p><u>Contact:<\/u><\/p><p>Symeon IOANNIDIS Guest Conductor | Komische Oper Berlin, Staatsoper Unter den Linden Lecturer Universit\u00e4t der K\u00fcnste Berlin Email: symeonioannidis@hotmail.com Phone: 0049 179 5174126<\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Further Information<\/span><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.staatsoper-berlin.de\/en\/kuenstler\/symeon-ioannidis.2119\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Symeon Ioannidis: Staatsoper Berlin\u00a0<\/a><\/p><ul><li>If not enough applications are received by April 14, 2025, the masterclass will be canceled, and all participation fees will be refunded in 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