Edinburgh International Festival - Rising Stars United Kingdom | Edinburgh Posted 10 Feb 2026 Courses Cello As part of Edinburgh International Festival 2026, we are continuing Rising Stars; our Emerging Talent initiative, which provides early career classical musicians with professional development opportunities. Building on our work in 2023, 2024 and 2025, we are seeking diverse emerging talent to receive tailored mentorship, make industry connections, and enjoy an International Festival performance platform. We have three new opportunities: 1. Rising Stars of Jazz: Discovery & Participation: 12 - 15 May 2026 Discovery & Participation: 10 - 12 June OR 1 - 3 July Rehearsals: 7 - 10 August 2026 Performances: 11 August Discovery & Participation: 29 - 30 August 2026 2. Rising Stars of Strings: Rehearsals: 14 - 16 August 2026 Performances: 17 August 2026 Development & Participation work: 18 - 19 August 2026 3. Rising Stars of Voice & chamber piano: Rehearsals: 11 - 17 August 2026 Performances: 13 (singers only) & 18 August 2026 From 07 Aug 2026 to 30 Aug 2026 VISIT WEBSITE