This unique competition provides conductors with an opportunity to engage, on a deep and personal level, with the members of the host orchestra, in my case the wonderful Braşov Philharmonic. The warmth and musicianship of the players fuse so well with all the competing conductors and in the knowledge that it will be their decision who succeeds and theirs alone. Having taken part in ‘traditional’ competitions, this one has the most collegiate atmosphere due to the vision and creative way in which its director, Maestro Cristian Orosanu, conceived it. It stands alone in its concept and is a wonderfully democratic way to discover new talent.

It is my absolute privilege and honour to have been the inaugural winner of this wonderful competition - long may it continue.”

I am very pleased and honoured to have been one of the winners of the first Orchestra's Conductor competition, which offered me a great opportunity to conduct the excellent orchestra of the Brașov Philharmonic. I was really impressed by their quality, professional attitude and positive energy.
The idea that the orchestra chooses the winners is very precious to me, because I think that the bond between the conductor and the orchestra is the most important one and that only a good synergy between us leads to a wonderful interpretation and purity of the music.
In addition to a very inspiring week of music, we were also blessed with a very supportive organisational team, not only in a professional sense, but also with warm words and sincere smiles.
The competition has opened up new possibilities for my future career path and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to build an international career.

The Orchestra's Conductor Competition is definitely a forward-looking event. Having orchestra members vote for their favourite is a unique concept that creates a special bond between orchestra and conductor. I was drawn to the close connection with the orchestra I was touched and is of great help to my performance. and I believe that this competition will continue to carry forward the spirit and discover more conducting talents.

I am grateful for my experience with the Orchestra's Conductor Competition. I met conductors from around the world and made many new friends. The orchestra was welcoming and generous with their feedback and advice.

As a conductor and orchestral musician I can say this competition's concept does justice to both sides. Being judged directly by the musicians and not by a Tribunal makes you care about the music more than about what Maestro A or Maestro B might want to see in a Conductor. The organisation's team is continually going over every detail to assure each competitor their fair shot. I fully recommend it.