Postgraduate Conducting Mentoring Programme
Part 3: Audition Season Intensive
With Jonathan Mann
January – March 2026
Early Bird Deadline: 24 December 2025
Overview
Part 3 of the Postgraduate Conducting Mentoring Programme is designed for the peak of the audition season. Running from January to March 2026, it provides focused, practical preparation for postgraduate auditions, competitions, and professional opportunities.
Each participant receives tailored one-to-one mentoring focused on repertoire preparation, communication under pressure, and artistic confidence — ensuring you approach every audition with clarity and individuality.
What’s Included
- Six individual 60-minute sessions (online or in person, Central London)
- Live group Q&A with Sian Edwards, Head of Conducting at the Royal Academy of Music (date TBC)
- Archive access to Toby Purser’s interview, Head of Conducting at the Royal College of Music
- Detailed guidance on repertoire, audition presentation, and interview skills
- Mock audition preparation and personalised feedback on conducting videos
- Ongoing email support throughout the programme
What You’ll Gain
- Confidence and focus in audition and rehearsal situations
- Refined technique and expressive communication
- Stronger repertoire interpretation and stylistic awareness
- Practical strategies for presentation and self-management
- Direct insight from leaders of UK conducting programmes
Pricing
| Format | Standard Fee | Early Bird Fee (until 24 December) |
|---|---|---|
| Online | £540 | £486 |
| In Person (London) | £900 | £810 |
In-person fee includes venue and pianist hire.
Additional one-to-one sessions are available at £85 (online) / £110 (in person).
Why Work With Jonathan
Jonathan Mann has conducted orchestras including the Ulster Orchestra, Chineke! Orchestra, Thailand Philharmonic, Seongnam Philharmonic, Krakow Academy of Music Symphony Orchestra, and Hard Rain SoloistEnsemble.
He is the Artistic Director of the International Conducting Academy and a former Mackerras Fellow in Conducting at Trinity Laban. His students have gone on to postgraduate conducting programmes at the Royal Northern College of Music, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, and other leading institutions.
Testimonials
“My lessons with Jonathan Mann were instrumental in my preparation for applying and auditioning for a place on a Master’s Degree course. From revising my video footage to studying the required repertoire, Jonathan was able to offer help, advice, and support every step of the way.”
— Felicity Cliffe, MA Conducting, RNCM
“Sessions with Jonathan help you prepare for a wide variety of situations in auditions and help you become a more knowledgeable and well-rounded conductor.”
— Ammal Bhatia, MA Conducting, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Interested in Joining?
To apply or ask a question, please email jmannconductor@gmail.com
Limited spaces available from January 2026.