Fellowship Program

Institution expands Fellowship Program in partnership with the Sphinx Organization

In 2023 Chautauqua Institution is pleased to continue the expansion of the Chautauqua Symphony Fellowship Program, supporting ten Fellows for the full orchestra season. Past Fellows were invited to apply to return, and new Fellows were selected based on audition tapes provided through the Sphinx Orchestral Partners program. 

“Inclusiveness — of race, gender, sexuality, ideas — is the Chautauqua ideal. We aim to be a leading force in evolving the field of symphony orchestras by diversifying the makeup of the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra and investing in inclusion,” said Deborah Sunya Moore, Senior Vice President and Chief Program Officer at Chautauqua Institution. “By making it a priority to help musicians from underrepresented communities early in their careers, the Institution hopes to be instrumental in their ability to compete for and win jobs in American orchestras. Diversity in the arts changes lives not only for the artist but also for audiences.”

The Institution plans to continue the Fellowship Programs in upcoming seasons. In addition to receiving the same number of services and base pay as regular Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra musicians, Fellows will be provided housing and meals. Fellows also may have the opportunity perform in chamber ensembles as part of the Institution’s annual Resident Artist Chamber Music Series. Fellows and alumni have the opportunity to advance directly to the first live round of applicable auditions, if they choose to apply.