conducting masterclass with maestro osvaldo ferreira
The Portuguese Philharmonic Orchestra kicks off 2026 with exciting news – a Conducting Masterclass with our maestro Osvaldo Ferreira.
Osvaldo Ferreira has not only distinguished himself through his work with the Portuguese Philharmonic Orchestra, but he is also a renowned international conductor. His career includes conducting prestigious orchestras such as the St. Petersburg Philharmonic, Rome Symphony Orchestra, Gulbenkian Orchestra, Brazilian Symphony Orchestra, Prague Orchestra, Lodz Philharmonic, Silesian Philharmonic, Nuremberg Symphony Orchestra, Rhenish Radio Philharmonic, Porto National Orchestra, São Carlos National Theatre Orchestra, Vicenza Olympic Theatre Orchestra, Catalonia Orchestra, North Shore Orchestra (Chicago), Aspen Music Festival Orchestra (USA), and the National Orchestra of Venezuela, among others.
He was also an assistant to conductor Claudio Abbado in Salzburg and Berlin.
Registration Type
Number of spots for Active Participants (with pianist + orchestra): 6 spots
1. Active Participants (pianist + orchestra): €100
2. Auditors: €25
Repertoire
1. Mahler 2nd symphony
Requirements
1. Send CV
2. Send conducting video (optional) via a YouTube link
Session Schedule
Online Theory Sessions
March 10, Tuesday | 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
In-Person Practical Session (with pianists)
Location: Academia de Música de Paços de Brandão
March 14, Saturday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Observation
Location: Europarque, Santa Maria da Feira
March 14, Saturday | 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Observation of OFP Rehearsal
In-Person Practical Session (with the Portuguese Philharmonic Orchestra)
Location: Europarque, Santa Maria da Feira
March 15, Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Conducting with the Portuguese Philharmonic Orchestra
- 2:30 PM – 18:00 PM | Observation of OFP Rehearsal
Applications
A. Registrations are open to all young Portuguese musicians, or foreign musicians, who are students or residents in European Union countries.
B. There is no age limit.
C. Registration must be completed via this LINK, following the provided instructions.
D. The registration must be submitted, containing all the required information, by February 28, 2026 (11:59 PM).
E. The results will be announced by March 3, 2026.
F. The training will consist of a total of 15 hours.
G. All participants will be able to attend all rehearsals of this OFP program.
H.Active Participantsare required to attend all sessions.
I. For further information, please email sofiaferreira.comunicacao.ofp@gmail.com
