The talents play in the orchestra and are accompanied by conductors and other musicians. They also take part in education and chamber music projects. The aim of the orchestra academy is to prepare the talents and give them experience in orchestral practice. Tuba student Yanyi Zeng (student of Hendrik Jan Renes) has been accepted at the Academy
of vocality, musicality and theatricality in an eloquent performance. In addition, she shows the will to continuously develop herself and face new challenges. [...] is her ability to remain vulnerable despite her unbridled ambition and professional attitude. The stipend is a reward for her hard work and perseverance and a great incentive to further develop her talent and create her own material. For Iris, the stipend came as a complete surprise. She will use the money for various workshops and courses
arts, the necessity of researching to find a voice as an artist, and the difficulties that can be faced through the journey were discussed and questioned here - moderated by our host Janine Stubbe, head of Codarts Research. At the end of the day, drinks and snacks were served at the canteen, providing an opportunity for the audience and the presenters to keep having interesting and [...] Research Festival will take place on March 8, 2024. Save the date and, hopefully, see you there! - Codarts Research, April 2023
he has performed with leading jazz musicians from around the world and released several critically acclaimed albums under his own name. Alongside his work as a guitarist and composer, he is also an [...] educator. At Codarts, Van Ruller will teach both main subject guitar and ensembles, joining the guitar team of Ed Verhoeff and Ronald Schmitz. Together with long-standing Artist in Residence Nelson Veras, [...] generation, but also a thoughtful educator whose artistic vision and experience will be a tremendous source of inspiration for our students. With Ed Verhoeff, Ronald Schmitz, Jesse van Ruller and our
course of five days, the new students got to know their new school and fellow students better. On Monday, they were welcomed with an introductory speech by the Executive Board president, David Lauwen. [...] experiences of their intro week, their favorite spots in Rotterdam, and gave tips on how to maintain a good balance between study and relaxation. The day ended with an information fair. The rest of the [...] their own study programmes, during which they met their classmates and teachers, participated in workshops, and received practical information about their studies.
been lucky to have performed in pieces of well-known choreographers and to be able to put that on our resumes. Sometimes choreographers provide pieces that they’ve made before and that have already been [...] good side’, she says, modestly. ‘There’s a lot of upper-body work and that suits me. I also find the theme interesting. It is quite difficult in terms of coordination and there is a certain defining [...] happen . On stage you can feel the audience. You give them something and you get something in return.’
, joined by Stephanie Hulsebosch, Head of Student Life. Stephanie and Maggie shared insights about the renowned and award-winning Student Life programme. The rest of the week was dedicated to the cross-over project. Students from various disciplines – from circus and classical music to pop and dance in education – were given the challenge of creating a performance of up to 10 minutes within just [...] audience. The groups presented their work to one another, staff, and other students. Each group left the stage to loud applause. It was a fantastic start to the academic year!
professional musicians, worked with students from the brass, saxophone, and percussion departments in the morning. They gave workshops that covered both technical skills and musical expression. In this way, participants discovered a new approach to rehearsing and playing together. After the workshops, a presentation concert took place at 12:30. The brass ensemble opened with a performance, [...] in inspiring both students and amateurs. Thanks to this event, we are left wanting more in the future!
institutions in Rotterdam, we believe that everything can be shown and said, embedded in the pedagogical and didactic vision of the educational institution or study programme. For the record: not everything [...] someone else’s shoes, where there is room for everyone’s opinion and to respect someone else’s ideas. It is only in such a safe environment that students, teachers and other staff can fully develop [...] where we practice for society, a breeding ground for our democracy and the rule of law, where there is room for difference and dialogue on any subject. Purely to learn to understand each other better. We
community – more than a thousand students of 65 nationalities and some 420 employees – to take responsibility for a culture in which sex is based on equality and mutual consent”, says Executive Board [...] back sexual violence; all students are kept informed of our help and reporting facilities, of our Rules of Conduct, and of laws with regard to sexual violence; employees who are frequently in contact [...] adequate training; we involve students in the further development and implementation of this pledge.
