The Academy Programme
The OPO Academy Programme offers invaluable opportunities for up-and-coming stars of the classical music world up to the age of 26.
award-winning education programme — sharing our passion with our community
Oxford Piano Festival
The Oxford Piano Festival welcomes the most talented young pianists and established artists from across the world, for a week of masterclasses and performances in Oxford.
Student Fellowship
The Student Fellowship Programme is our most recent education initiative, open to musicians internationally, and launched in October 2025. The programme offers outstanding early-career orchestral musicians the opportunity to play full concerts with the OPO.
Performance Opportunities for Students
We offer a number of performance opportunities, from playing alongside OPO musicians in performance, to masterclasses with internationally acclaimed soloists and our Young Artists’ Platform. Click ‘Find out more’ to read about and apply for our performance schemes for students looking to pursue a career in classical music.
Community & Outreach Programmes
Forming a core part of our Academy Programme, we are passionate about taking classical music outside of the concert hall. Click ‘Find out more’ to learn about our various school and community projects.