January 2026, we will open our doors and our digital platforms to inspire you. This academic year, Codarts is organising open days on location for Classical Music, Jazz & Pop, and for the Bachelor's programmes [...] or attend workshops. Experience the magic of our stages and theatres, or discover from home how Codarts can help you develop your talents and realise your dreams. Meet our passionate teachers and enthusiastic [...] enthusiastic students and get a unique glimpse behind the scenes, wherever you are. Don't miss out – Codarts is happy to help you on your way to a sparkling future! 📅 Period: November 2025 – January 2026 📍
Shuann Chai succeeds Bart van de Roer, who was associated with Codarts in that position for many years and has now secured a position at the Robert Schumann Hochschule Düsseldorf. Shuann Chai not only [...] only brings with her a broad knowledge of the major piano repertoire, but also strengthens the Codarts team with her passion and specialisation for historical pianos. In doing so, she complements the current [...] subjects piano) and Roderigo Robles de Medina (coordinator). The classical piano department at Codarts is characterised by intensive contact between teachers, students and departmental representation
prize for up-and-coming jazz talent was again organised this year by art school Codarts Rotterdam, the Friends of Codarts Foundation and Nedspice. The presentation of the finals was in the hands of Maïmouna [...] University of Music and Dance Cologne), Sigrid Paans (Conservatorium Maastricht) and Linda Bloemhard (Codarts) – announced the winner at the end of the afternoon. During the final of the Erasmus Jazz Prize in
Hans was an exceptional musician and an inspiring force within the Dutch jazz scene. At Codarts, he was known as a dedicated and engaging teacher. With his expertise, passion, and personal approach, he [...] his lessons and energy with them today. We are deeply grateful for everything Hans contributed to Codarts, to our students, and to the world of music. His dedication and warmth will live on in those with
like previous years, the circus, music and dance students of Codarts provided impressive performances in between the presentations. Codarts is therefore proud of this wonderful collaboration, which each
this at Codarts and how to hold on to it? Together with our employees, teachers and students we will come up with an answer to this over the coming period. Because we believe we can do this at Codarts. [...] Codarts provides its students with time, space and coaching so that they can develop themselves to become artists, leaders and coaches in an inspirational environment. A safe learning and working environment [...] balance between providing safety as well as the possibility to shift boundaries lies at the core of Codarts’ learning environment. Our study programmes are characterised by individual coaching and intensive
contact with a subject that is so close yet often remains unheard. Codarts alumni Gavin-Viano did the study programme Dance in Education at Codarts, where he graduated in 2012. Ege Şahin studied composition with [...] awards — €10,000 for Gavin-Viano and €5000 for Ege Şahin — were presented by Renate Eringa, chair of Codart’s Executive Board, and Alice Fortes, board member of the Stichting Ondernemersbelangen Rotterdam (SOR) [...] alumni of the Willem de Kooning Academie, and in 2021 an HWA was established for former students of Codarts (graduated in or after 2012). Candidates have to submit a detailed project plan that emphasises
teams present their ideas, concepts and prototypes to a jury of Codarts faculty members and AI experts. With The Human Algo-Rhythm, Codarts explores how technology not only presents new challenges but also [...] During the project week The Human Algo-Rhythm, Codarts Jazz students explore how artificial intelligence influences the creative process. At a time when AI increasingly plays a role in composing, producing
Education student Anne Hijmissen received a scholarship from the Corrie Hartong Dance Fund / Friends of Codarts Foundation. Bachelor of Dance students Oriana Mestre Oliveira (3rd year) and Tomas Fidalgo Simões [...] Diallo Gabarró (2nd year) received a scholarship from the Corrie Hartong Dance Fund / Friends of Codarts Foundation that same evening.
involved with Codarts in Rotterdam, he will give further direction to the future of the university. The Supervisory Board thanks Renate Eringa for her skilful and energetic commitment to Codarts as interim [...] his team can build on that for the sake of our beautiful Codarts!" Lauwen: “ I am tremendously honored to take on the role of president at Codarts. With our shared passion for art and education, I am determined
