Providing young instrumentalists a vital final bridge to a successful career, the MSO Academy is a paid opportunity best suited to post-graduate musicians embarking on their career as professional musicians. Entry to the Academy is by audition.
- Paid, year-long program
- Guaranteed 60+ mainstage calls + chamber music projects
- Mentorship with permanent MSO Musicians
- Professional development and industry training
The MSO Academy is a unique program preparing young musicians for a career in music.
Applications for the 2026 Academy are now closed.
The MSO Academy is supported by the Robert Salzer Foundation.
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Robert Salzer Foundation
Hear from our 2024 cohort about their MSO Academy experience
2026 MSO Academy
Jamie Miles viola
Georgia White clarinet
Hayden Burge bassoon
Jacob Fenchel horn

MSO Academy Alumni
As we endeavour to develop our program and reach even more aspiring musicians, we rely on the generosity of our music-loving community. Your gift, no matter the size, will help us shape the future of our Orchestra.



