The Glover-Edwards Conducting Programme is aimed at women conductors to bridge the gap between undergraduate and postgraduate study.

The programme is for women who are considering applying for a Master’s in orchestral conducting in the UK or abroad. Led by Sian Edwards, Head of Conducting at the Royal Academy of Music, and including masterclasses with Jane Glover and Alice Farnham.

Applications for the Glover-Edwards Programme 2024/25 will open in May 2024.

The 2023/24 programme took place over four weekends at the Academy between September 2023 and January 2024.

The fee for the first weekend is £150, with generous bursaries available. There is no fee for existing Academy students. If you are selected for part two of the programme, there is no fee.

We make substantial contributions to all travel and accommodation expenses for participants.

Glover-Edwards Conducting Programme