a strategic partnership running until at least 2030, they aim to forge closer links between education, professional practice and research. At the same time, they seek to increase their joint significance [...] valuable for young talent not only to perform on our stages, but also to rehearse, experiment and meet audiences here. This keeps us evolving as a venue and creates space [...] Ultimately, Codarts and de Doelen also aim to contribute to a stronger cultural ecosystem in Rotterdam. ‘We want to make the best possible use of the shared foundation we have in
And one thing is indispensable: the story. "If you want a student to feel a deep connection with the music, you always have to tell the story", Mutlu explains. "Who wrote it? And above all: why?" Lilian [...] ", says Lilian. "Certain standards apply here. Many things have to be measured: notes, rhythm, technique." But the need to make and feel music cannot be measured. "That lives in your heart." Mutlu [...] it - you can grow enormously. You might even surpass us. And that, to me, is the most beautiful thing to witness."
be scary, abroad, and far from home.” Nevertheless, she decided to give it a try. She submitted videos of three songs and was allowed to audition. It went so well that she was admitted to the school. [...] members also get on well personally. Last year the entire band went to Teja’s native country, and the plan is to repeat that this year. Of course, in Slovenia the musicians also try to arrange a couple of [...] I reached the final with my own band. To have won the prize now with Eleutheria is wonderful.” In addition to recognition, the award provides some other benefits. “The doors
campus in Rotterdam-Zuid, the new ‘Hogeschool voor de Kunsten’ aims to offer study programmes to new generations of students in the arts and sciences. Administrators of Rotterdam University of Applied [...] the Erasmus University Rotterdam signed a declaration of intent to achieve their ambition on 20 January 2022. The arts institution will be a new entity linked to both Rotterdam University of Applied [...] that are well suited to the needs of students: from preparatory education and high-quality, internationally oriented bachelor and master programmes to doctoral
During the multi-day festival, which is dedicated to the promotion and discovery of new European and Dutch music, a number of Codarts students and alumni were given the stage to show that they are the next best thing when it comes to promising music artists. All this in front of some 40,000 music lovers and more than 4,000 music industry professionals, including [...] this was a great opportunity to show what they have to offer. The performances by Min Taka (Jazz alumna) and Philine (former Pop student) were included by VPRO in a
both live on location and online – you will have the opportunity to explore the world of (performing) arts and discover your possibilities. From November 2025 to January 2026, we will open our doors [...] sessions and information activities. You are warmly invited to come and get to know our university, take trial lessons or attend workshops. Experience the magic of our stages and theatres, or [...] 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 📍 Locations: Live on location (Kruisplein 26 &
usage is therefore important. In the past, the department chose to leave out the M of Movement in DMT to emphasize dance rather than movement. One of the reasons for this was that the programme is affiliated to Codarts' Performing Arts cluster. Times have changed and the arts-informed (strongly arts-oriented) vision is well known internationally [...] wants to highlight that, in addition to dance therapy, the students also work body-oriented with target groups in mental health care, among
, the secondary school has worked closely with Codarts Rotterdam to ensure that young talent is given the opportunity to develop in the field of music and dance. With the name Codarts Lyceum, the school [...] Lyceum will continue to offer the artistic and regular courses in the quality that parents and students are used to. Codarts Lyceum will remain the same safe [...] secondary school, where students with artistic ambitions can develop to their full potential.
In 2009, he followed his passion for music and moved from Turkey to the Netherlands to study jazz vocals at the Conservatory of Amsterdam. This was a significant step for him because prior to his musical [...] ) in Leiden. Yaşam Hancılar, Head of Jazz: "I am looking forward to contributing to the development of the new generation of jazz musicians and interdisciplinary collaboration at Codarts. It is a great privilege to work with a team of excellent and inspiring teachers, a highly professional staff, and extraordinarily talented special students from
global outlook that characterise this programme are already coming to life. We are delighted to have welcomed our first students and to see the journey truly begin. A renewed programme for a globalised [...] music industry. Technological advances and globalisation have led to new challenges in music education. Codarts is responding to this with a revamped programme that prepares students for an increasingly globalised music landscape. With this transition, Codarts aims to continue to fulfil its pioneering role by focusing on new musical forms and modern technologies, such as digital music production and
