The Cleveland Orchestra Summer Choral Institute | June 22-26, 2026

Join us for The Cleveland Orchestra Summer Choral Institute from June 22-26 at beautiful Severance Music Center in Cleveland, Ohio! We’re now accepting applications from conductors, singers, and collaborative pianists to work with Dr. Lisa Wong, Dr. Daniel Overly, Grammy-Award-winning baritone Dashon Burton, and members of The Cleveland Orchestra in this week of immersive music-making. We are also accepting applications for chorus members and auditors.

Participants will prepare and perform selections from Craig Hella Johnson’s Considering Matthew Shepard, conducted by Lisa Wong, Director of Choruses for The Cleveland Orchestra. In addition, the week includes vocal masterclasses, coachings, interest sessions, roundtable discussions, and ample podium time in a supportive and enriching environment.  

The experience culminates in two performances: a vocal recital in Reinberger Chamber Hall and a final performance of the Summer Institute Chorus and members of The Cleveland Orchestra in Considering Matthew Shepard at Severance Music Center.

Apply now as a conductor, vocalist, collaborative pianist, chorus member, or auditor.