Apprentice Conductor Opportunity, National Youth Choir of Canada

Conducting opportunity with the NYCC

Are you an emerging choral conductor under 35, ready to learn, lead, and be inspired? Or maybe you know someone who would fit the bill? The National Youth Choir of Canada is searching for its next Apprentice Conductor. The 2026 program will take place in British Columbia and will culminate with a tour of the province, ending with the NYCC concert presented during the Podium Conference and Festival in Victoria (May 14-17, 2026). The 2026 choir will be under the direction of Dr. Julia Davids, who was the NYCC’s first-ever Apprentice Conductor!

“There is no other opportunity in the country as intensive and hands-on that gives young conductors the chance to work on all aspects of their conducting and rehearsal techniques. This program promotes an immersive, collaborative and supportive space that makes it an ideal learning environment for any conductor planning to work in community, youth and/or professional ensembles.

Having the opportunity to conduct the NYCC at PODIUM 2024 definitely gave me the chance to connect with a professional community of conductors and choirs from across the country. I’ll be forever grateful for all the things I’ve gained and learned from this experience and will continue to share and live this everywhere I go.”— Kitbielle Pasagui, 2024 Apprentice Conductor

Application deadline: June 2, 2025 Program length: May 3-17, 2026 Details and application: nycc.ca/2026-apprentice-conductor