About MIND

Are you passionate about art song? Are you looking to connect with a community of like-minded artists? Do you dream of taking your artistry to the next level? Do you have a unique idea for where or how art song could be performed?

If so, MIND is the place for you.

We invite art song duos (singer-pianist) from France, Slovenia and Germany to apply with their musical project ideas. Selected duos join three intensive weeks of mentoring with experts as well as workshops in art song repertoire, creativity and project development. Together, we help refine your vision, strengthen your craft, expand your network and bring your project to life.

What do I get from MIND?

MIND Modules

Music organisations in France, Slovenia and Germany welcome participants during three non-consecutive weeks of workshops, classes and public events. Each week focuses on one of three pillars: community building, craftsmanship and the final project.

Module 1 – Community building

Slovenj Gradec, Slovenia · Birthplace of Hugo Wolf · 14–20 July 2025

The first module took place in the birthplace of Hugo Wolf. Masterclasses and group sessions were held at the Music School of Slovenj Gradec and Hugo Wolf’s home. Eighteen participants from France, Slovenia and Germany began building the MIND community, presenting project ideas and developing business canvases. The academy culminated in a concert at Hugo Wolf’s birthplace.

Module 2 – Craftsmanship

Perleberg, Germany · Lotte Lehmann’s birthplace · 9–15 February 2026

This intensive week focused on song interpretation, technical and interpretative skills, German repertoire and the development of individual projects, with faculty members Doriana Tchakarova and Johannes Held.

Module 3 – Your project

Poitiers, France · 6–12 July 2026

The final week focused on completing the art song duo projects, presentations, communication, PR plans and venues, with Juliette de Massy, Nejc Lavrenčič and Emmanuel Olivier.

Who is behind MIND?

MIND is a consortium of three non-governmental European organisations sharing a passion for art song. In France, Slovenia and Germany they create musical projects and educational productions for varied audiences.

Ateliers Misuk – France

Based in Poitiers and co-directed by Juliette de Massy and Nina Lainville, Ateliers Misuk creates shows with music and voice at their core, bringing together artists from dance, theatre and circus. The organisation develops original programmes and cultural events for varied audiences.

www.ateliersmisuk.com · ateliersmisuk@gmail.com

PerArtem – Slovenia

PerArtem Cultural and Artistic Institute is a non-profit organisation established in 2015 in Ljubljana. Its mission is to preserve and develop the performing tradition of classical music, specifically Lied and art song, connecting it with other art forms. It established the Samospevanje concert cycle and PAF – PerArtem Festival, and supports young musicians through masterclasses, workshops and concerts.

www.perartem.si · info@perartem.si

Liedfestival Sindelfingen – Germany

Liedfestival Sindelfingen gUG promotes art song through concerts, festivals and educational initiatives. It runs the Liedakademie Sindelfingen in collaboration with Prof. Götz Payer, for young professionals and adults interested in art song.

www.liedfestival.net · info@liedfestival.net

General Terms & Conditions

The MIND programme was designed for participants aged 18–30 who are official residents, students or employees in France, Slovenia or Germany. Selected participants were expected to attend all three modules. The programme included tuition, accommodation, meals and travel reimbursement in accordance with Erasmus+ conditions. The official language was English.

For the complete current terms and application information, please contact the MIND consortium.