Applications Now Open for Hennings-Fischer 2027
Applications are now open for the 27th Annual Hennings-Fischer Young Artist Competition! The competition is open to instrumentalists (excluding piano) and vocalists age 30 and under. Preliminary rounds will take place February 25–26, 2027, with the finals on Saturday, February 27, at the Salit Conservatory of Music in Burbank. One or more Grand Prize winners will receive a total cash prize of $1,000 and the opportunity to perform with the Burbank Philharmonic Orchestra in a future concert.
Discovery Conductor 2027 Applications Now Open
Applications are now open for the 2027 Discovery Conductor Project! The program gives talented high school students in the greater Los Angeles area the opportunity to conduct the Burbank Philharmonic Orchestra in rehearsal and performance while studying with Music Director Michael Stanley. Applicants must be 18 or younger and currently enrolled in high school.
The Burbank Philharmonic Orchestra and Music Director Michael Stanley were featured in this month’s issue of the Burbank Bla Bla. The article highlights the orchestra’s commitment to showcasing emerging talent and supporting the next generation of classical music leaders, as well as its ongoing work within the Burbank community.
Free at 3: March Matinee Concert
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our March Matinee Concert! it was a wonderful success! We are deeply grateful to our incredible artists, including 2024 Hennings-Fischer winners Lily Smith and Jason Moon, and our 2026 Discovery Conductor Project winner Sky Lee, for their inspiring performances.
We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to our dedicated tech and sound crew, our amazing volunteers, and everyone who worked behind the scenes to make this concert possible. Your support and commitment mean so much to us. Finally, thank you to the Burbank community and Burbank High School for your continued support. We look forward to bringing you more music very soon!
Thank you for being part of our concert—we truly appreciate your support. If you would still like to make a donation:

MICHAEL STANLEY
Music Director & Conductor
JANUARY 1ST 2025


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