ABOUT THE COURSE
The Federación Extremeña de Bandas de Música, together with the Sociedad Cultural “La Filarmónica” de Olivenza, organizes the II Wind Band Conducting Course with conductor and composer José Alberto Pina. It will be held from July 18 to 20, 2025. In this second edition, the Federación Extremeña de Bandas de Música and the S. C. La Filarmónica de Olivenza wish to offer a course that accommodates musicians attracted to conducting and composition, as well as professionals who wish to expand their knowledge.
Students will be able to enjoy a few days with Maestro José Alberto Pina, one of the most representative figures of composition and conducting in the wind band world. Theoretical and practical classes will be held, in addition to sessions with the wind band where the students themselves will conduct in the closing concert.
10 active participants and an undetermined number of auditors will be admitted. The registration period is open from April 30 to June 30. The selection of active participants will be made in strict order of registration.