OAcademy Music Conservatory

With traditional music conservatories limited to a handful of European and North American urban centers, OAcademy achieves unparalleled reach by using new technologies to build inclusive classroom environments, multi-nation mentor networks, and peer-to-peer exchange that improve learning outcomes. For OAcademy fellows, the learning journey combines an immersive online curriculum with curated in-person residencies that are as efficient as they are effective. OAcademy also differs from traditional music conservatories in its relationship to impact beyond the musical craft. Securing sustainable artist jobs and using them to give back to society, means learning from those who know how. At OAcademy, a dynamic network of mentors, citizen artists, and music sector leaders guide the hands-on journey for fellows. These visionary coaches and change-makers share their wisdom with the next generation to inspire day-to-day success and long-term impact, on-stage and off.

Vision
OAcademy envisions a world where world-class music education is accessible to all, regardless of location or circumstances. OAcademy’s mission is to democratize access to world-class music training through the power of digital education.

Approach
Unique among music conservatories, OAcademy combines the best of distributed and in-person learning environments. OAcademy's approach leverages the power of peer learning, fostering side-by-side collaborations, connecting global perspectives with Fellows’ local realities, and building creative artistry. Through its combined focus on global resources and local impact, OAcademy Music Conservatory prepares Fellows for real world artists leadership opportunities at home and abroad

4 Flagship Initiatives

Orchestra Institute
With a faculty roster of 200 industry leaders including Yo-Yo Ma, Marin Alsop, Augustin Hadelich and Evelyn Glennie, Orchestra Institute is referred to by graduates as a career development “game-changer.” The Institute’s 100% interactive training sessions focus on outcome-oriented music and life skills that help fellows win auditions and build jobs.

Carlos Miguel Prieto Fellowship
The Fellowship provides 12 rising conductors with the formative tools needed to access world-class career opportunities like comprehensive technique, musicianship, and leadership training. The experience is guided by today’s most sought after and respected international conductors, including Leonard Slatkin, Simone Young, Rafael Payare.

Gabriela Montero Piano Lab
Latin Grammy-winning pianist provides elite-level artistic and career mentorship to a new generation of concert pianists. Inspired by Montero’s own experience being mentored by piano icon Martha Argerich, the Lab offers a hybrid online and in-person training experience to 9 participants over 12 months.

Gabriela Ortiz Composing Studio
A six-month lab in partnership with Harvard University DRCLAS. Led by Mexican composer and trailblazer Gabriela Ortiz, Fellows receive mentorship from a diverse roster of composers and innovators in the composition field, including Missy Mazzoli, Marcos Balter, Tyshawn Sorey, Du Yun among others.

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