SELECTION PROCESS
FESTIVAL DATES
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16 - 23 Nov. Artistic Residency in Panguipulli 25 - 30 Nov. Artistic Residency in Osorno (optional)
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The Huilo-Huilo Music Festival is a unique opportunity for 28 outstanding young musicians from Chile and abroad. During the festival, participants, aged 18 to 30, will receive musical training on the violin, viola, and cello.
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Under the artistic guidance of Otto Derolez, Concertino, and the section principals of the Brussels Philharmonic, selected participants will engage in intensive work focusing on four pillars of action: individual development, collective work, connection with the environment, and professional development opportunities.
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Additionally, festival participants will have access to a resident luthier and a specialized coach for athletes and high-performance musicians. This enriching experience will allow them to grow professionally and artistically, establish connections with other musicians, and acquire tools to develop their careers in music.
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Participants can choose from one of the following 3 levels based on their musical proficiency:
De Bériot Group: intermediate level Vieuxtemps Group: advanced level Ysaÿe Group: professional level
During the festival, participants will have access to:
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Individual instrument lessons Musical mentorship through chamber music rehearsals Participation in concerts alongside the Brussels Philharmonic musicians Cultural immersion activities and connection with the environment in the Huilo-Huilo Biological Reserve Participation in the Young Talent Competition, which offers numerous prizes including an Artistic Residency in Sao Paulo organized by Santa Marcelina Cultura Special opportunity to participate in an artistic residency in Osorno with the Osorno Philharmonic
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ARTISTIC RESIDENCIES 2024
From November 16 - 23, selected young musicians will participate in the Artistic Residency of the Brussels Philharmonic musicians at the Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve in Panguipulli. This residency will include individual lessons, chamber music rehearsals, concerts, performance coaching, and the Young Talent Competition. Subsequently, from November 25 to 30, a select number of participants will be invited to join the festival's artistic residency in the city of Osorno, performing symphonic works in a chamber music context (without a conductor) alongside the Osorno Philharmonic and prominent musicians from Chile. Participation in the Osorno artistic residency is OPTIONAL.
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COURSE ENROLLMENT
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$275,000 Chilean pesos
Includes accommodation, meals, and internal transfers during the festival (Excludes national or international transport to and from the cities of Panguipulli-Osorno)
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REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICATION
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Biography (1 page)
Letter of motivation (1 page)
Video 1: Attach a link to a 5-10 minute video demonstrating different skills on the instrument, performing, without accompaniment, one or more works or sections of freely chosen works.
Video 2: Attach a link to a video performing the musical excerpt corresponding to the level being applied for.
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Access to the list of works here:
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Audition Repertoire 2024 - Google Drive
ABOUT THE FILES
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The Curriculum Vitae and Letter of Motivation files must be in .docx format.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR AUDIOVISUAL RECORDING
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The applicant must position themselves 2 meters away from the camera, so that their frame is not cut off at any point during the video. It is important to ensure optimal image and sound quality.
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2. The applicant must upload the video to YouTube and make it public. Then they must share the link, labeling each video on YouTube as follows: Huilo Huilo Music Festival - Candidate's Name - Instrument.
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SELECTION PROCESS
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The selection process will be carried out in 2 calls for applications. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and until all available spots are filled.
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Application reception period
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First call deadline: Sunday, July 14th 11:59 PM (Chile) Second call deadline: Sunday, August 4th 11:59 PM (Chile)
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Results publication: September 1st (Results will be informed via email)