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SUMMARY:Real World Advice with Keve and Dave
DESCRIPTION:Keve Wilson and Dave Eggar join together for a conversation geared toward empowering musicians with career realities\, discussing entrepreneurial skills\, and answering your questions. Weaving in personal tales from the nitty-gritty world of recording studios\, tours\, and working alongside peers\, the talk aims to inspire participants to discover how they can be the best advocates for their own careers. Packed full of helpful\, practical information\, Dave and Keve know that the people who are always working and happy in their careers are the ones who know how to create opportunities for themselves. \nThis seminar is open to participants\, faculty\, and staff.  \nGuest Lecturer\, date and time subject to change.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/real-world-advice-with-keve-and-dave/
LOCATION:ELM
CATEGORIES:Institute Events
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SUMMARY:Meet Co-Founders Robert & Victoria Paterson
DESCRIPTION:Meet violinist Victoria Paterson\, Executive Director\, and composer Robert Paterson\, Artistic Director\, in a conversation that spans their careers as professional musicians and how these experiences led to the founding of the Mostly Modern Festival and Mostly Modern Projects. They will discuss topics such as what it entails to start a not-for-profit organization\, fundraising\, what they look for when contracting musicians and ensembles\, working with composers and performers\, and how to make money and survive in the real world.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/meet-co-founders-robert-victoria-paterson/
LOCATION:ELM
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SUMMARY:Producer & Engineer: Jim Mastrianni Seminar & Walk to his Studio
DESCRIPTION:Seminar with producer and recording engineer Jim Mastrianni\, who will discuss his career and recording projects. The first hour will be in ELM; the second hour will be a trip to Jim’s home studio\, just down Broadway from Skidmore.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/producer-engineer-jim-mastrianni-seminar-walk-to-his-studio/
LOCATION:ELM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T143000
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SUMMARY:Conductor\, Jose Daniel Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Join acclaimed conductor and educator José Daniel Flores-Caraballo for an inspiring seminar exploring his remarkable career in choral and orchestral music. As Artistic Director of Albany Pro Musica\, Conductor-In-Residence at the University at Albany\, and Chorus Director for the Vermont Symphony Orchestra Chorus\, Dr. Flores-Caraballo will share insights on conducting\, leadership\, rehearsal technique\, musical excellence\, and building a meaningful artistic career. Ideal for emerging musicians\, conductors\, composers\, educators\, and anyone interested in the art and profession of music-making.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/conductor-jose-daniel-masterclass/
LOCATION:ELM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T143000
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SUMMARY:Donald Grantham\, Composer: Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Seminar with award-winning composer Donald Grantham\, whose music has been celebrated for its lyricism\, color\, and expressive clarity. A recipient of honors including a Guggenheim Fellowship\, the Prix Lili Boulanger\, and multiple national composition awards\, Grantham has received performances by leading orchestras across the United States. In this engaging session\, he will discuss orchestration\, compositional craft\, career development\, and the creative process behind writing for ensembles ranging from solo instruments to opera and orchestra. Ideal for emerging composers\, conductors\, performers\, and anyone interested in contemporary composition and musical storytelling.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/donald-grantham-composer-masterclass/
LOCATION:ELM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T100000
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SUMMARY:Stephen Cabell\, Composer: Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Seminar with composer and educator Stephen Cabell\, whose distinctive music blends orchestral\, chamber\, electronic\, and multimedia influences into a bold contemporary voice. A recipient of honors including the Morton Gould Young Composer Award and the Joseph H. Bearns Prize in Music\, Cabell’s works have been performed by leading ensembles and orchestras across the country. In this engaging seminar\, he will discuss composition\, creativity\, artistic identity\, teaching\, and building a multifaceted career in today’s musical landscape. Drawing from his experiences as a composer\, educator\, administrator\, and collaborator\, Cabell offers valuable insights for emerging composers\, performers\, and artists interested in contemporary music\, interdisciplinary creativity\, and professional development.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/stephen-cabell-composer-masterclass/
LOCATION:ELM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T120000
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SUMMARY:Conductor\, David Amado Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Join celebrated conductor David Amado for a dynamic seminar on conducting\, leadership\, and building a career in today’s orchestral world. Music Director of the Mostly Modern Orchestra and the Atlantic Classical Orchestra\, Amado has also led the Philadelphia Orchestra\, Los Angeles Philharmonic\, and many of North America’s major orchestras. Drawing on decades of experience\, he will discuss rehearsal technique\, artistic vision\, career development\, and the realities of professional music-making—offering invaluable insights for aspiring conductors\, performers\, composers\, and arts leaders.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/conductor-david-amado-masterclass/
LOCATION:ELM
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SUMMARY:Tiffany Soricelli: Virtuoso Advising for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Professional development seminar with Tiffany Soricelli\, founder of Virtuoso Advising for Artists. Open to Institute participants only. \n“Tiffany gives great\, ‘no-nonsense’ advice about saving\, planning\, and investing in your financial future. We are looking forward to having her back every year!”— Darren K. Woods \n“This program needs to be in every Young Artists program in the country.”— Shawn Marie Jeffery \nIn this practical and engaging seminar\, musicians will learn essential business and financial strategies for building sustainable artistic careers\, including entrepreneurship\, financial planning\, tax strategies\, reducing stress\, and maximizing opportunities during young artist training programs. \n“The No. 1 reason talented and promising artists leave their careers is because of money\, but this doesn’t have to be the case.”— Tiffany Soricelli
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/tiffany-soricelli-virtuoso-advising-for-artists/
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SUMMARY:Robert Paterson\, Composer: Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Seminar with award-winning American composer Robert Paterson\, whose vibrant and wide-ranging music has been performed by leading orchestras\, choirs\, and ensembles across the United States and internationally. Named Composer of the Year by the Classical Recording Foundation at Carnegie Hall\, Paterson is known for music that blends emotional depth\, rhythmic energy\, elegance\, and wit. In this engaging seminar\, he will discuss composition\, artistic inspiration\, career development\, collaboration\, and building a life in music. Drawing from experiences ranging from opera and orchestral writing to environmental advocacy and arts leadership as co-founder and Artistic Director of Mostly Modern Projects\, Paterson offers valuable insights for emerging composers\, performers\, conductors\, and creative artists.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/robert-paterson-composer-masterclass/
LOCATION:ELM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000
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SUMMARY:Jeff Beal Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Seminar with five-time Emmy Award-winning composer Jeff Beal\, one of today’s most celebrated voices in film\, television\, and concert music. Known for acclaimed scores including House of Cards\, The Newsroom\, Blackfish\, and Monk\, Beal brings a uniquely versatile perspective shaped by careers in composition\, conducting\, jazz\, and orchestral music. In this inspiring seminar\, he will discuss scoring for film and television\, composing concert music\, collaboration with directors\, artistic versatility\, and sustaining a creative career across multiple musical worlds. Ideal for composers\, performers\, conductors\, filmmakers\, and artists interested in contemporary media and concert music.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/jeff-beal-masterclass/
LOCATION:ELM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T140000
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SUMMARY:Bill Holab Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Guest lecture with Bill Holab\, of Bill Holab Music. Bill will discuss a range of topics\, including music publishing\, copyright\, music notation\, and other relevant topics.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/bill-holab-masterclass/
LOCATION:ELM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T143000
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SUMMARY:Roshanne Etezady\, Composer: Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Seminar with acclaimed composer and educator Roshanne Etezady\, whose music has been performed by leading ensembles including eighth blackbird\, the Albany Symphony\, and the PRISM Saxophone Quartet. Drawing inspiration from contemporary classical music\, popular culture\, and a wide range of musical influences\, Etezady will discuss composition\, creativity\, artistic identity\, and developing a personal musical voice. An experienced teacher and mentor who has taught at institutions including Yale University and the University of Michigan\, she offers valuable insight for emerging composers\, performers\, educators\, and artists navigating today’s musical landscape.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/roshanne-etezady-composer-masterclass/
LOCATION:ELM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T143000
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SUMMARY:Aram Demirjian Conductor\, Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Join acclaimed conductor Aram Demirjian for an inspiring seminar on artistic leadership\, orchestral programming\, and building a modern conducting career. Winner of the Sir Georg Solti Conducting Award and Music Director of the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra\, Demirjian is celebrated for his dynamic podium presence\, imaginative programming\, and passionate advocacy for contemporary and American music. Drawing from appearances with major orchestras across North America and abroad\, he will discuss conducting technique\, audience engagement\, repertoire development\, and the evolving role of today’s conductor in shaping vibrant musical communities.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/aram-demirjian-conductor-masterclass/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T143000
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SUMMARY:Jonathan Newman\, Composer: Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Seminar with Grammy-nominated composer Jonathan Newman\, whose vibrant and genre-blending music combines classical traditions with influences from jazz\, pop\, funk\, folk\, and rock. Known for works ranging from orchestral and chamber music to opera and multimedia collaborations\, Newman has received performances by leading ensembles worldwide\, including the Minnesota Orchestra and the BBC Proms. In this engaging seminar\, he will discuss composition\, musical storytelling\, collaboration\, stylistic versatility\, and developing a unique artistic voice in contemporary music. Drawing from his experiences as a composer\, educator\, arranger\, and arts leader\, Newman offers valuable insight for emerging composers\, performers\, conductors\, and creative artists navigating today’s musical world.
URL:https://mostlymodernfestival.org/event/jonathan-newman-composer-masterclass/
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