Britten–Pears Orchestra Tutors
The Britten–Pears Programme brings a wide variety of conductors and orchestral tutors to Snape to work with our students from orchestras including the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Gewandhaus Orchestra, London Philharmonic, London Sinfonietta, London Symphony Orchestra and many others.
In 2012 the Britten–Pears Orchestra will be conducted by Antonello Manacorda and the Aldeburgh World Orchestra will be conducted by Sir Mark Elder. Previous conductors of the BPO include Edward Gardner, Oliver Knussen, Kirill Karabits, Vassily Petrenko and Robin Ticciati.
Tutors change from course to course; visiting tutors for 2012 include:
- Violin Lorenza Borrani
- Violin Markus Daunert
- Violin Johannes Lorstad
- Viola Gareth Lubbe
- Viola Mate Szucs
- Cello Claudio Bohorquez
- Bass Matthew McDonald
- Bass Waldemar Schwiertz
- Winds Michael Harris
- Winds Peter Verduyn Lunel
- Brass Michael Thompson
- Brass Richard Watkins
- Percussion Andrew Barclay
Britten–Pears Programme
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What our past alumni say:
‘I have never been anywhere else where I have learnt so much in so short a time and have come away refreshed and itching to make music.’
‘The BPP is a great opportunity to work with top musicians in a friendly and supportive environment. ... The genuine love of music embedded in everyone here is truly inspirational and reminds us why we want to be musicians.’
‘Britten–Pears is a very positive experience. From the stunning location to the excellent tuition it is an opportunity young musicians should not miss out on.’
‘The Programme is a great symposium where composers, performers and tutors can work closely together in an inspirational environment.’