ABOUT NOI+F

ABOUT THE INSTITUTE ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

The University of Maryland’s National Orchestral Institute + Festival is committed to advancing the learning, leadership and entrepreneurship of musicians, conductors, composers, arts managers and audiences through electrifying performances, stimulating artistic exchange and robust community engagement. Through local and national partnerships, the National Orchestral Institute enriches the artistic and cultural opportunities for the campus and the community that surrounds and supports the university. Founded in 1988, the National Orchestral Institute pairs admitted students with an international cast of conductors and faculty mentors. Members are selected from a rigorous crosscountry audition tour and perform at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center and throughout the community. Alumni have gone on to win highly competitive position in the world’s prestigious orchestras.

Inspiring artists. World-renowned conductors.

Adventurous music. National Orchestral Institute + Festival student musicians are the finest in the country. They gather for a month-long festival of electrifying performances that push the boundaries of the traditional orchestral ecosystem. Through a series of large ensemble, chamber and solo performances, these musicians play with commitment and prowess, and redefine the symphonic experience. Throughout the Festival, audiences actively participate up-close in pre-concert chats, open masterclasses and open rehearsals. Members of the Festival’s community energized by the orchestra of the future also come together to IGNITE artistic and community projects that serve student musicians and the community. Remember, the music begins only when you arrive!

TOMORROW’S STARS ARE ON STAGE NOW!