THE ENSEMBLE PROGRAMME
Scherzo's Ensemble Programme helps emerging classical singers overcome career barriers, offering 10 talented individuals from varied backgrounds a 9-month development opportunity. It provides choral and solo performance opportunities, ensemble work, aural training, business acumen, mentorship, networking and repertoire expansion, preparing singers for professional careers and conservatoire applications. It will foster collaboration and offer an alternative pathway into classical music careers.
DEADLINE: 15TH SEPTEMBER 2026
The programme is open to singers aged 18-25 who show exceptional promise, are not in full-time study, and lack industry networks. We especially welcome applications from those feeling discouraged due to limited visibility in classical music. This initiative aims to create a free, more diverse and inclusive talent pipeline in classical music.
KEY FEATURES
July - Applications Open
October - 19th - 22nd Auditions
February - Welcome Session, Seminar 1 & Recital 1
March - Seminar 2 & Recital 2
April - Seminar 3 & Recital 3
June - Longhope Opera Rehearsals
July - Longhope Opera Residency
September - Seminar 4 & Recital
October - Filming
October/November - Oratorio
November - Closing Session
COST
There are no application or audition fees for The Ensemble Programme. If you require assistance with your travel costs to get to auditions please let us know in your application.
We want to ensure that we recruit the participants from all over the country. In order to make The Ensemble Programme accessible for all, we will subsidise travel and accommodation for all project-related activities.
Participants will be paid over £2000 for their participation.
