Conducting Masterclass 2025 Application

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Please provide the information requested below to be considered for one of 10-12 conducting positions in the Conducting Masterclass with Kathy Ebling-Shaw.

NOTE: You will be required to provide a link to a RECENT (made within the past 12 months) video of you conducting as part of this application. If you do not already have that link available, STOP NOW, and return to complete the application when you do have the video link. You will not be able to save your answers and return to complete this later. All information must be provided at one time.

The deadline for submission is February 26 at 5 PM Eastern.

Name*

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Email*

Phone*

Have you participated in a previous Handbell Musicians of America Master Series event as a conductor?*

Yes

No

If you have previously attended as a conductor, which year(s)?

Have you participated in a previous Handbell Musicians of America Master Series event as a ringer/observer?*

Yes

No

If you have attended as a ringer-observer, which year(s)?

Please describe your musical education and experience.*

Describe any additional conducting education and experience.*

Describe your education and experience specific to handbells.*

How long have you been conducting handbells?*

In what setting(s) and with what type(s) of ensemble have you conducted handbells?*

Describe any other non-handbell conducting experience you have.*

Please list any goals or expectations that you have from attending this masterclass.*

Video link*

Provide a link to a RECENT (made within the past 12 months) video of you conducting two pieces of contrasting styles. The camera shooting the video should be positioned in front of you, behind and above the choir you direct so the video shows a full-body view of you facing the camera.

Conducting Masterclass 2025 Application

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