The Passion and Purpose National Conducting Series is proud to launch its inaugural event, the UCF Passion and Purpose Conducting Symposium. This three-day focused masterclass is dedicated to high-level artistic growth and practical professional development, and is open to all music directors, teachers, students and musicians. The symposium culminates in a final concert on the evening of June 3, 2026.

We are honored to welcome two giants of the choral art form and our superb collaborative pianist to lead our masterclass sessions and clinics:

• Dr. André Thomas
• Dr. Anton Armstrong
• Collaborative pianist Dr. Eddie Rothmel
• Series curated by Dr. Jeffery Redding