The Baltic Academies Orchestra (BAO) Masterclass was established in 2017. It has been founded to fill the gap between the education and professional practice and create an opportunity to introduce Baltic music. The masterclass takes place mostly in Tartu. Tartu is considered the intellectual center of the country, especially since it is home to the nation's oldest (established 1632) and most renowned university, the University of Tartu.
The accepted students (all orchestra instruments, conductors and composers) will get the chance to work with Glasperlenspiel Sinfonietta and the Baltic Academies Orchestra. BAO Masterclass collaborates closely with the Baltic Sea Youth Philharmonic, offering it forms a bridge and road for young professionals to enter a professional practice. The contact with professionals will be both formal and informal.
BAO Academy is a great opportunity for young musicians to develop their skills in a supporting atmosphere.