Applications are now open

Apply for the 2027–2028 ORP residency programme.

We can’t wait to hear from you.

First-place winners receive first choice of residency dates. These dates cannot be moved or deferred.

Residency dates

February 1–6, 2028

Residency begins Tues 2/1 or Wed 2/2

April 25–30, 2028

Residency begins Tues 4/25 or Wed 4/26

Application deadline

Friday, November 6, 2026

at midnight EST

Finalist presentation

Friday, December 11, 2026

10 AM – 12 PM EST
via Zoom

Please note: Applications must be complete and received by the deadline. Any incomplete or late applications will not be reviewed. There is no cost to apply. If selected, the residency fee is an all-inclusive maximum of $2,500, which may be partially waived based on proof of need.

Application Form

Before you start

Please have the following ready:

Youth orchestra budgets for the past three years, including financial and tax statements.

A letter of recommendation from a person affiliated with the State or Local Arts Council or the administrator of a past or current ORP participant.

Organization Information

Name of Youth Orchestra

Director

Artistic, Administrative, Executive Director or equivalent

Youth Orchestra Address

Phone Number

Best Email for Contact

Youth Orchestra Website

Application Responses

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Please provide a diversity and inclusion statement as it would
relate to the residency if selected.
Up to 400 words.

Residency Outcomes

How do you envision the residency, and what are your hopes for
its outcomes in both the short and long term?
Up to 400 words.

Financial & Supporting Materials

Annual Youth Orchestra Budget

Please enter the orchestra's annual budget.

Financial Statements

Please provide a working link to financial/accounting statements
for the youth orchestra budget for the past three years
(Google Drive, Dropbox, or similar).

Letter of Recommendation

Please provide a working link to the letter of recommendation
described on the

Eligibility & Guidelines

page.

Final Details

Where did you hear about us?

We attest that our youth orchestra (or parent adult orchestra) is an active member in good standing with the League of American Orchestras.

Should we be selected for the program, we understand and agree to the terms of the residency as listed on the Eligibility & Guidelines .

Ready to submit?

Please review your application carefully before sending.