Showcasing Emerging Talent
The Equity Arc National Ensembles are composed of young artists from across the country.
Extending Support
The Equity Arc National Ensembles bring together young musicians from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in classical music for an intensive musical residency grounded in artistic rigor, community building, and intentional mentorship. Selected through a competitive national audition process, ensemble fellows learn from professional musicians, network with peers from similar backgrounds, and develop the skills and knowledge to succeed in the next phase of their musical journey.
The 2027 National Ensembles will take place in the fall of 2027. Full program and audition details will be available in fall of 2026.
“Being in professional environments, like on stage at Music Hall with the Cincinnati Symphony, taught me a lot about how to hold myself professionally and how to accomplish not just musical goals but any goals I have.”
Renee Perpignan, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Nouveau Program Fellow
