ABOUT

WHERE COMPOSER MEETS CONDUCTOR

Sofia Symphonic Summit provides a unique environment where emerging conductors and composers work closely together, manifesting the realization of newly composed work for symphony orchestra or wind symphony. 

Why SOfia?

Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, is known for its rich cultural traditions, beautiful architecture, and advantageous art scene.  The people of Sofia love and appreciate new music and eagerly await the presentation of new compositions representing contemporary influences and stylistic differences.

PEOPLE AND PLACES

Peter Kerkelov

Peter Kerkelov (b. 1984) is a Bulgarian composer.

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National Palace of Culture

One of our cultural excursions

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National Theatre

A wonderful place to see a show

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Vrana Palace

A destination we will make one afternoon

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TIMELINE

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DETAILS

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• Every admitted participants receives a scholarship between 40 and 60% of the program fee. 

• Program fee is €4295

• Dates of the Program:

  • July 6th - 16th, 2022 

• Participants should arrive on July 6th and depart on July 16th

• Application opens officially on September 26th, 2021

• Application will close April 15th, 2022

• Priority is given first to those who apply early

• Review applications will begin immediately and will continue until April 15th, or till the program is full.

• Applicants may receive a notification of being 'waitlisted'.  If waitlisted, applicants will receive notification no later than April 20th. 

• You may apply as both a conductor/composer

• Financial assistance is available 

• Click here to begin you application

• Questions should be mailed to:

  • info@sofiasymphonicsummit.com

2020 & 2021

SSS 2020 & 2021 were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.