At Classeek, we’re always looking for innovative ways to support and empower the next generation of classical musicians. That’s why we’re excited to announce the launch of our new series of Insights by Classeek – a premium video series offering in-depth interviews with some of the most influential people in the classical music industry. The new series – “Management and Performance” – dives deep into the world of artist management, performance opportunities, and the inner workings of the decisions made by those in charge of these areas.

Management and Performance introduces 8 new dynamic episodes that explore essential topics for aspiring musicians, managers, promoters, and anyone passionate about classical music. Through candid, insightful conversations with top professionals in the industry, this series reveals how artists rise to international recognition, how festivals are curated, and how managers navigate the ever-evolving music landscape.

Here’s a look at the expert guests that are featured:

) on Creating Iconic Concert Experiences. 

Andrea shares how data-driven strategies are transforming classical music events, and how innovative concert formats are attracting new audiences.

) on Building Global Careers for Emerging Artists. 

Learn the art of balancing commercial success with artistic integrity while building a sustainable career for an artist in the classical music world.

) on Curating a Global Brand for Classical Music Events. 

Martin discusses what it takes to create iconic classical music festivals, the logistics of managing artists, and how festival programming can leave a lasting cultural impact.

) on Building a Lasting Career in Classical Music. 

Alexandra offers valuable advice on how classical musicians can develop sustainable careers that thrive in an ever-competitive industry.

) on Bridging Tradition and Innovation in Live Music. 

Sam explores how festival programming can deeply affect audiences and how curating an unforgettable experience is key to the success of any performance.

) on Mastering Artist Representation Across Continents. 

Donagh discusses how digital marketing is changing the way artists connect with global audiences and how managers adapt to new digital platforms.

) on Shaping the Future of Orchestra Management. 

Numa provides an inside look at the challenges of managing world-renowned orchestras while preserving cultural legacies in the modern, fast-paced music industry.

) on Connecting Artists & Patrons with Fine Instruments. 

Maja explains how fine instruments and patronage play a pivotal role in nurturing young talent and launching their careers on the international stage.

Insights by Classeek provides a curated collection of interviews that shed light on the inner workings of the classical music world, all delivered by the industry’s best and brightest. Whether you’re just starting out in your musical journey or looking to take your career to the next level, this series offers practical and invaluable guidance to help you succeed. With the new series of Insights by Classeek, we’re bringing you the tools and knowledge to understand the business side of classical music and to make strategic decisions that will help you succeed. 

Management and Performance is available for €95 – a one-time payment that gives users full lifetime access to all the series episodes. 

Join now and unlock exclusive access to interviews with the experts who shape the classical music world. Let us help you turn your passion into a lifelong, sustainable career. Head over to 

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 (composer) as the two young artists joining  us this season for the Ambassador Programme 2023-2024, via our open application. 

These two wonderful artists stood out in a highly competitive application process, and we are very happy to support them in their development over the coming year. 

We would like to thank everyone who applied, for their effort and time that went into applying, and encourage anyone who did not receive a place this year to apply next year. Applications for next season will be open in early 2024, please check our 

Clarissa and Elise will join the nominated artists on the Ambassador Programme for the season 2023-24. The full selection of artists will be announced later this week.  

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Violinist Clarissa Bevilacqua is known to enchant audiences with her dazzling technical skills and deeply inspiring musicality. Music director and conductor Terry Lowry says she has that 

“rare star quality that is difficult to describe, but impossible to miss.” 

Clarissa debuted at the Pritzker Pavilion in Chicago in front of ten thousand people when she was nine years old. She has performed solo recitals and concerto engagements at venues throughout North America and Europe. Recent and upcoming soloist performances include the opening concert of the Mozartwoche 2023 with the Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg, the premier recording of the Augusta Read Thomas concerto with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Cape Symphony, Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra, Filarmonica Arturo Toscanini, El Sistema Orchestra and the Salzburger Orchester Solisten. 

Winner of several international competitions, she was awarded First Prize, Audience Award and Special Bärenreiter Award at the International Mozart Competition Salzburg, as well as the Grand Prize at the Cape Symphony International Violin Concerto Competition. She is a Young Artist of the Classically Connected Organization in New York, and an Affiliate Artist of the Guarneri Hall Program in Chicago. An avid and enthusiastic learner, Clarissa received her Bachelor of Music at age sixteen, graduating summa cum laude. In 2021, she completed her Master of Music in Violin Performance at the Mozarteum University Salzburg with Pierre Amoyal and  is currently studying with Antje Weithaas at the Hochschule für Musik "Hanns Eisler" in Berlin.

Born in 2000, Elise Bertrand began playing the piano at the age of 5, the violin at the age of 8, and began composing just three years later. After studying at the CRR in Toulon, Elise went on to obtain her master's degree at the CNSMDP in the class of Roland Daugareil and extended her career in higher writing classes in the same establishment (harmony, counterpoint, etc.). In 2022 she also became Artist in Residence at the Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel in the class of Augustin Dumay. 

After studying at the CRR in Toulon, Elise went on to obtain her master's degree at the CNSMDP in the class of Roland Daugareil and extended her career in higher writing classes in the same establishment (harmony, counterpoint, etc.). In 2022 she also became Artist in Residence at the Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel in the class of Augustin Dumay. 

Elise has also won numerous violin, chamber music and composition competitions, including 2nd Prize at the Ginette Neveu International Competition and the Special Prize for the best interpretation of the contemporary piece, in 2019; 1st Prize and Special Prize at the Léopold Bellan International Competition; and in 2022 she was awarded the 1st Prize of the Rotary Club Paris as well as 1st Prize – Honorary Prize at the International Competition for Young Talents in Normandy. 

Her first album "Lettera Amorosa" (on the Klarthe label) around her works is hailed by critics and the press.

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