The Glover-Edwards Conducting Programme is aimed at women conductors to bridge the gap between undergraduate and postgraduate study.

The programme is for women who are considering applying for a Master’s in orchestral conducting in the UK or abroad. Led by Sian Edwards, Head of Conducting at the Royal Academy of Music, and including masterclasses with Jane Glover and Alice Farnham.

A conducting student and teacher

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2024/25 PROGRAMME ARE NOW CLOSED

The first weekend of the 2024/25 programme takes place from Friday 6 September to Sunday 8 September at the Royal Academy of Music, with three further weekends in October, November and January 2025.

The fee for the first weekend is £150, with generous bursaries available. There is no fee for existing Academy students. If you are selected for part two of the programme, there is no fee.

We make substantial contributions to all travel and accommodation expenses for participants.

Applications for the 2025/26 Programme will open in May 2025.

A conducting tutor guides a student's arm movements

Glover-Edwards Conducting Programme