OPUS ORCHESTRA PATHWAYS
Opus Pathways is a programme that aims to provide educational and career pathways for musicians in the rich world of orchestral music. This includes opportunities for secondary school students striving for musical success, tertiary students on their journey towards becoming professional musicians, and professional development opportunities for early- and mid-career musicians. Opus Pathways represents one strand of Opus Orchestra’s education and community engagement work and complements other education activities, such as concerts for children and families.
UPCOMING EVENTS 2026
CONDUCTING WORKSHOP
Opus Orchestra is pleased to offer a conducting workshop, led by Michael Joel, from 18-20 July in Hamilton. Applications are welcomed from conductors living or working in the Waikato or Bay of Plenty or with a strong connection to the region.
WHEN:
18 - 20 July 2026
WHERE:
Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts, University of Waikato, HAMILTON (18/19 July)
Online (20 July)
Full Schedule and more information available HERE.
Applications close 12 June 2026 at 5pm. APPLY NOW!
Cost:
While participation in this workshop is free, participants are encouraged to make a donation to the ongoing operations of Opus Orchestra if they are able.
For questions or further information, please email info@opusorchestra.co.nz
PAST EVENTS 2026
Free Public Piano Masterclass with Stephen De Plegde
Three young pianists participated in a piano masterclass with Stephen De Pledge on 16 May at Baycourt in Tauranga.
They were:
Arthur Thompson
Esha Xu
Josef Heller
ARRANGING WORKSHOP 12 OCTOBER 2025
On 12 October 2025, Opus Orchestra hosted an arranging workshop in collaboration with the University of Waikato that gives aspiring young composers at the onset of their careers the opportunity to hear their orchestral arrangements being played by a professional orchestra. The workshop was scheduled for October 12th, coinciding with the first day of rehearsals for the “Beethoven Unwrapped".
