BEETHOVEN’S PASSION

1st ROM LWI Orchestral Conducting Competition & Grand Final Concert

The Magic of Conducting in the Heart of Rome
In the historic and captivating setting of St. Paul’s Within the Walls Church, Opera in Roma and the Orchestra Sinfonica Città di Roma invite you to a unique evening where art, competition, and symphonic masterpiece unite.
Experience an extraordinary event where emerging global talents step onto the podium to interpret Ludwig van Beethoven's timeless symphonic repertoire, while you—the audience—play a vital role in deciding the next generation of maestro winners.

An Exclusive Experience: Music, Passion & You as the Jury
From October 15 to 18, young conductors from across the globe gather in Rome for an intensive masterclass led by the esteemed Maestro Symeon Ioannidis. Developing their artistic vision, rehearsal technique, and stage presence, these talent-driven artists culminate their journey on 18 October 2026. This is more than a concert: it is an interactive orchestral competition. Together with the musicians of the Orchestra Sinfonica Città di Roma, you, the audience, will vote to award the top three prize winners. By joining both orchestra and listeners in a shared vote, this event creates a completely transparent, merit-based selection—free from traditional jury bias. The top three winners will earn the prestige of conducting a full concert with the Çukurova Symphony Orchestra in Adana, Turkey.

• Location: St. Paul’s Within the Walls Church (Chiesa di San Paolo entro le Mura), Via Nazionale 16A, Rome
• Date & Time: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 8:30 PM (20:30) – Concert & Competition Start

Be part of the music — and be part of the decision.