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TEXAS CONDUCTING WORKSHOP

ARLINGTON, TX
Maestro Diane Wittry, June 8-12, 2026

This 5-day intensive course with Maestro Diane Wittry (Allentown Symphony Orchestra, author of Beyond the Baton and Baton Basics) takes place at the University of Texas at Arlington, and includes 40+ minutes of video-recorded podium time and guest lectures from experts in music and education. Dr. Silas Huff (UT Arlington Director of Orchestras), will be assisting and leading focused sessions. Only 16 students will be accepted (first consideration goes to students who apply by February 1, 2026).

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This course includes:

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  • 40+ minutes of video-recorded conducting sessions with professional musicians

  • Baton technique/conducting classes

  • Score study sessions

  • Video review sessions

  • Guest lectures from music and education experts (TBA)

  • Profession of Conducting class

  • Final conductor dinner (included)

  • Maestro Masterclasses polo shirt (included)
  • More...

Faculty

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Maestro Diane Wittry

MAESTRO DIANE WITTRY maintains a dual career as an esteemed music director and guest conductor throughout the world and brings a proven track record regarding her ability to inspire musicians and to build an orchestra artistically and organizationally...[Learn more]
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Dr. Silas Huff
 
University of Texas at Arlington Director of Orchestras, Music Director of the Clinton Symphony Orchestra (IA), and Conductor of the International Concerto Festival (Czech Republic)...[Learn more]

Repertoire

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Dates & Fees​

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Feb 1, 2026 - first review of applicants
Feb 15, 2026 - participants informed
April 1, 2026 - tuition deadline
June 8-12, 2026 - program dates

Fees:

Application fee: $0
Active Tuition: $TBD
Auditor Tuition: $TBD
Lodging: TBD
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* Travel to UT Arlington is the responsibility of the students

Apply Now

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First review of applications begins February 1, 2026. 

APPLY HERE

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