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LPO ACADEMY
The LPO Academy is an in-school music mentorship program. This program provides New Orleans youth the opportunity to intensively study instrumental music in one-on-one and small group settings with a Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra Music Mentor. We partner with existing music ensemble programs in the Greater New Orleans area to offer this service to students as part of their regular school day.
In addition to in-school weekly instruction, students participate in collaborative performances with students from other LPO Academy sites in local festivals and/or LPO concerts. LPO Academy students and their families also receive special opportunities to attend concerts, masterclasses, and events with guest artists.
LPO Academy is made possible through the generosity of the Gia Maione Prima Foundation.
Spring 2026, Grades 9-12
About the Fellowship Program
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra is seeking 9th-12th grade students from current LPO Academy partner schools to apply for our 2026 LPO Academy Fellowship Program. An ideal candidate is a dedicated and ambitious music student who wants to explore chamber music and gain professional training. Symphonic woodwind, brass, and string players are eligible. There is no participation fee or application fee.
If selected, Fellows will receive:
Weekly coaching sessions in a Fellowship Chamber Group, led by an LPO musician*
Opportunities for community projects and performances.
Exclusive meet-and-greet opportunities with LPO guest artists and conductors.
Masterclasses.
Professional headshots.
*LPO Academy Fellowship rehearsals will take place on Mondays from 5:30-7 PM at Loyola University. LPO Academy Fellows must attend weekly rehearsal. (School holidays will be observed.)
Apply to Become a Fellow
Application deadline: December 7, 2025
Live audition: December 16, 2025 (evening)
Program start date: January 12, 2026
Fill out your LPO Academy Fellowship Application.
Audition Requirements:
One scale of your choice.
An excerpt from any solo that you play well. Please limit your solo to no more than one minute in length.
Sight reading.
Brief interview.
Questions? Email education@lpomusic.com.