ABODA WA Emerging Conductor Program 2025

Calling all aspiring and experienced conductors!

The 2025 ABODA WA Emerging Conductor Program is your chance to gain invaluable experience, mentorship, and inspiration as you take your conducting skills to the next level.

This exciting opportunity is open to conductors of all levels and will give the successful applicant the opportunity to conduct a full symphonic wind ensemble made up of highly skilled musicians from Western Australia, work alongside renowned mentors, and connect with an incredible community of conductors.

What’s in it for you?
  • One-on-one lessons with the 2025 season conductor.
  • Mentorship during rehearsals and performances.
  • Free ABODA WA membership for 2025, giving you access to all events.
  • A place at the Greg McMurdo Conducting Clinic (Feb 21–23) with acclaimed clinician Rob McWilliams.
Here’s what Connor Siekman, a 2023 Emerging Conductor, had to say:

"The ABODA WA Emerging Conductors Program has had a massive impact on how I view conducting. Not only has it given me the opportunity to conduct at the ABODA Winds concert under the tutelage of Ingrid Martin, which was fantastic having an interstate perspective, but it has also enabled me to connect with conductors across the state and meet so many amazing people. My highlight of the program would be spending weekends at the ABODA band festivals; being able to hear insight from interstate and international conductors was amazing, but it was also fantastic being in such a lively environment and seeing how committed so many people are to banding in Perth."

Ready to apply?

Email the following to secretary@abodawa.com.au

  • A short biography (100 words).
  • A personal statement (200 words) about why you want to join the program.
  • A 1-minute video explaining what makes a great conductor.
  • A video of you conducting (live or recorded).
Share videos via file-sharing platforms (e.g., OneDrive, Dropbox, or YouTube) with private access.

Applications close Friday, 7th February 2025.

This is your chance to take the baton and inspire the future—apply today!