The Karajan Akademie offers talented young musicians the opportunity to perfect their skills with a scholarship from the Berliner Philharmoniker. In addition to individual lessons with lecturers from the ranks of the orchestra, members of the academy gain valuable experience in rehearsals and concerts with the Berliner Philharmoniker and leading conductors. Founded in 1972 on the initiative of Herbert von Karajan, the academy is also indispensable in securing the next generation of musicians for the Berliner Philharmoniker. But former members of the Karajan Akademie can also be found in famous orchestras all over the world.
Education at the Karajan Akademie
What training at the Karajan Akademie offers
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Karajan Akademie: Scholars and Graduates
List of current scholars and graduates
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Concerts with the Karajan Akademie
Experience the young talents live in concert
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Apply to the Karajan Akademie
Here you will find the open study places for scholarships at the Karajan Akademie
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Karajan Akademie on Social Media
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Support the Karajan Akademie!
Get involved with the Karajan Akademie – as a member of the association, the Sponsorships or as an alumni.
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Claudio Abbado Composition Prize
In honour of the great conductor, the Karajan Akademie awards the Claudio Abbado Composition Prize on an occasional basis.
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Scholarship for conductors of the Siemens Art Program
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Executive Board and Management of the Karajan Akademie
Simon Rössler has been Managing Director of the Karajan Akademie since 2023.
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