Introduction
The Millennium Academy Orchestra invites passionate young musicians (from Primary 3 to Senior Secondary) to perform and compete at the prestigious Summa Cum Laude (SCL) International Youth Music Festival in Vienna, the world’s music capital. This unique tour also offers cultural exploration in Vienna and Prague, world-class workshops, and the chance to perform on legendary stages.
Flights will be arranged by Nan Hwa (Express) Travel Services Ltd. Accommodation and Transport in Vienna and Prague will be arranged by VIA MUSICA, the Vienna International Association for Music and Culture Exchange.
Applications received after the early-bird period will be processed on a rolling basis, subject to the availability of festival and flight places.
➣ Highlights
✓ All-inclusive travel, accommodation, and meals
✓ Compete and perform at Vienna’s Golden Hall (Musikverein)
✓ Workshops at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna
✓ Cultural city tours in Vienna and Prague
✓ Perform at Vienna’s MuTh Concert Hall, Prague’s Smetana Hall and more
✓ Guided sightseeing and museum visits
Itinerary
★ Day 0 (July 2)
Departure from Hong Kong International Airport
★ Day 1 (July 3)
Arrive in Vienna, attend festival opening at Vienna Konzerthaus
★ Day 2 (July 4)
Vienna city tour, perform at MuTh Concert Hall
★ Day 3 (July 5)
Compete at Musikverein Golden Hall, perform at a historical catholic church
★ Day 4 (July 6)
Masterclasses at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, visit the House of Music museum
★ Day 5 (July 7)
Attend festival closing ceremony at Konzerthaus (Winner’s Concert)
★ Day 6 (July 8)
Travel to Prague, city exploration
★ Day 7 (July 9)
Prague city tour, perform at Smetana Hall
★ Day 8 (July 10)
Departure from Prague
★ Day 9 (July 11)
Arrival at Hong Kong International Airport
Tour Fees
HK$35,000 (excluding training fees) including:
➣ Accommodation
✓ Five nights in Vienna: Eventhotel Pyramide
✓ Two nights in Prague: Mamas Shelter
✓ Students: triple/quadruple rooms
✓ Adults: twin rooms
➣ Meals
✓ Three meals daily (breakfast and some dinners are buffets at the hotel)
✓ Local specialty dishes
✓ Complimentary reusable SCL water bottle for use at city water stations
➣ Flights & Transport
✓ Round-trip flight on Emirates or Finnair (included in tour fee)
✓ Private luxury coach throughout the tour
✓ English-speaking professional tour guide
➣ Sightseeing & Admissions
✓ Half-day Vienna and Prague city tours with licensed English-speaking guides
✓ Admission to Vienna Konzerthaus and one museum
➣ Participation in the SCL International Youth Music Festival
✓ Opening ceremony at Vienna Konzerthaus
✓ Two masterclasses at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna
✓ Two concerts in Vienna or surrounding areas
✓ Competition performance at the Golden Hall, Musikverein
✓ If awarded, Winner’s concert at Konzerthaus
✓ Closing ceremony at Vienna City Hall
✓ Workshop certificate and festival participation certificate
➣ For Accompanying Adults/Parents
✓ Winner’s concert ticket (Cat. 3, €95)
✓ Free entry to all festival activities (excluding workshops/masterclasses)
➣ Others
✓ All local taxes and gratuities (hotel, restaurant staff, etc.)
✓ 90 min pre-competition rehearsal in hotel and short sound checks before each concert
Application and Audition
➣ Eligibility ⸺ Who Can Apply?
✓ Primary 3 to Senior Secondary students (priority given to ABRSM Grade 5-8+)
✓ Woodwind players: flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, etc.
✓ Brass players: French horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, etc.
✓ Percussion players
✓ Strings players: violin, viola, cello, double bass
★ If you play other instruments or have special circumstances, please contact us for further information.
★ We also welcome participants who only wish to join rehearsals and shows in Hong Kong!
➣ Application ⸺ How To Apply?
✓ Application form
✓ Submit a video of a self-chosen piece (performance or exam video accepted; must clearly show your face and full body); or
✓ Attend an in-person audition
★ Parents and family members are welcomed to join the tour as accompanying participants. Availability for parents and family members depends on the number of spots left after student admissions are confirmed. Please indicate your interest during application, and our team will follow up regarding availability and arrangements.
★ Please email mao@amicishk.org for further information or enquiries.
Training Fees and Rehearsals
➣ Training Fees: HK$2,380 per term
★ The training fees for the tour is collected by terms. There are a total of three terms and each term consists of 12 sessions.
➣ Training Period
October 2025 – June 2026 (Sundays)
➣ Rehearsal Schedule
✓ 90 min orchestral rehearsal
✓ 60 min sectional coaching
13:00–14:00 winds sectional
14:00–15:30 full orchestra
15:30–16:30 strings sectional
★ Led by Dr. Jennifer Ho, with support from professional tutors
★ One-on-one guidance provided to address issues and ensure efficient improvement
➣ Venue
M Stage, Rm 2002, 20/F, Trium Lab (near Diamond Hill MTR Station)
You may also email mao@amicishk.org for further information or enquiries.