Level 4 YOMA Elite

The Elite programme is for those who perform at a high level* as soloists and ensemble/orchestral musicians and have experience as a leader or coach.

YOMA offers you in person and online

2–3 individual lessons per course
Active participation in at least 2 masterclasses per year
An international talent environment, with teachers and participants from other Nordic and European countries

For those attending in person, the following is also offered

1 rehearsal lesson with a pianist per course, subject to the schedule
Priority for solo or ensemble performances at concerts during most courses
YOMA’s unique orchestral training, including playing in various formats up to a full symphony orchestra, training as concertmaster and section leader, and digital study materials (in person only, but with some elements online)
Participation in YOMA’s elite ensembles and orchestras
Leadership roles as a coach, section leader and, in some cases, as a conductor
High-level chamber music/ensemble playing, sometimes with professional musicians
The programme is free of charge. If you play the oboe, bassoon, French horn, tuba, viola or double bass and attend regularly in person, you may be eligible for a grant towards travel, meals and accommodation (see the description of each individual course).

Here’s what you need to do to join YOMA Elite

If you’ve come a long way in your development and are interested in YOMA Elite, you should first apply to YOMA Talent
If you are enrolled in YOMA Talent, you may be offered a place in YOMA Elite without an audition once you have reached a high level* as a soloist, ensemble/orchestra musician and leader/coach

This is what we expect from you

You prioritise attendance at every course weekend, either in person or online (read here about online teaching)
You prepare very thoroughly for each course and act as a role model for other participants

* High level means that you