Opus 16 Concerten
Opening Act Application
Season 2026/2027
Stichting Opus 16 Concerten is pleased to offer selected talented young musicians the opportunity to perform as opening acts during the 2026/2027 concert season.
Eligibility
Applications are open to ensembles of 2 to 3 members.
Applicants must be current students of Conservatorium van Maastricht.
Recent graduates and ensembles who have already participated in a previous season(s) are also welcome to apply and may be considered based on availability. Please indicate your graduation/performance year in your application.
Applicants should have a 15-minute programme ready to present.(subject to a timely change)
Performance Details
Selected ensembles will perform at two concerts: one in Maastricht and one in Heythuysen.
Each performance is a 15-minute opening act.
A student performance honorarium will be provided.
Students must prepare and introduce their programmes during concerts in English and/or Dutch.
Students are expected to help with promotion of their performance (e.g. sharing on social media, helping spread the word within the conservatory).
Mandatory Masterclass
Selected students are required to attend a free masterclass on stage presentation, given by Michelle Lynne (co-founder of The Fearless Artist Mastermind )
Date: Friday, 18 September 2026
Time: 17:00-18:30
Location: Maastricht (exact venue to be confirmed)
If 18 September 2026 does not work for you for any reason, please indicate this in the comment section at the end of the application form.
Application Deadline : 10 August 2026
applications may close earlier if enough submissions are received, so please don't wait too long to apply.