FFEA Challenge 2026: Orchestra and Dance Workshop

Open to all institutions, this Orchestra & Dance Workshop will run from Saturday 22 to Friday 28 August 2026, in the beautiful setting of the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence region of France, at the Centre Lou Riouclar, an establishment accredited by the French Ministry of Youth and Sports.

Bringing together orchestral practice and choreographic creation within a rich programme, this workshop will be guided by a highly talented teaching team. It welcomes students from all over France and Europe in a residency combining artistic rigor, quality, and a welcoming atmosphere. Committed to supporting innovative projects, the FFEA aims to offer students a unique immersive experience.

Please note that places are limited, and applications are open until February 12, 2026.

• Participant profile: advanced level.
• For non-French-speaking students, a basic knowledge of French is required, along with a good command of English (B2 level).
• To apply, students must first register online via this link.    
• Students must then prepare and send 3 videos in MP4 format via the SwissTransfer platform to the following address: defiorchestredanse@federation-ffea.fr    
• Full details of the workshop are available on our website and in this booklet.    
• The orchestral excerpts can be downloaded here.

Candidate selection will take place during the last week of February.
For the workshop, a financial contribution is required. Full details are available on the website as well as in the booklet.