shared their work on intercultural traditions - from Argentina and India to West Asia - and showed how this is connected to their musical practice. 'A Celebration of Artistic Research in World Music [...] society. It allows us to gain deeper insight into the meaning and context behind the music and cultures we work with. Therefore, this event aimed to share the recent publications of our Codarts researchers and show how this research directly affects their music practice. We welcomed interested Codarts students and staff, as well as guests
Music, Classical Music, and Musical Theatre – scored 83 points. These results are a wonderful testament to the quality and dedication in our teaching. The [...] emphasis on ‘healthy teaching’. Students not only learn how to dance and teach dance but do so in a responsible way, with attention to nutrition and physiology. A higher-than-average number of students [...] experience minimal challenges in progressing to the second year and graduate on time. We would like to thank our teachers and staff for their dedication and commitment to our students' success. Their
treated to everything from intimate singer-songwriter performances and energetic rock bands to soulful R&B, jazz influences, electronic productions, alternative pop, funk, hip-hop and experimental crossovers [...] along, the combination of emerging talent, original compositions and the unique atmosphere of Katendrecht created a festival that felt both vibrant and personal. Each year, Pop op de Kaap showcases the [...] images below for a glimpse of an evening filled with music, talent and inspiration. Photos: Kelly Alexandre
by Lorenzo Viotti, chief conductor of the Dutch National Opera and the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra. The Codarts Performance Lab is an innovative simulation lab that uses images and sound to [...] Lab is an initiative of the Performing Arts Medicine professorship and Codarts' Student Life student support programme, aimed at structurally investigating and optimising the physical and mental health [...] to a group of 200 Codarts students and teachers in which he shared his own experiences with the theme of performing under pressure. The masterclass was organized in honor
the classical tradition. In 1990, pianist Jan Laurens Hartong and musicologist Joep Bor founded the World Music Academy as part of the Rotterdam Conservatoire. This has grown into the unique and [...] various specialisations. In 2024, World Music will remain a valuable and unique part of Codarts' educational portfolio. However, in view of the changing world and the evolving expectations of both professionals [...] students to the Latin, Turkish Music and Argentinean Tango specialisations within World Music. This will allow time and space for the redesign process. We will keep you
The Andrew Moreno Trio took on saxophonist Femke Mooren and drummer Rafael Slors in the exciting final. Both promising artists with great potential. The j ury spoke the following words about the winner: "We witnessed an extremely dynamic, versatile and mature trio with Andrew in a clear and leading role. He managed to pick the right, high-level players to accompany him on a journey [...] his own musical universe. The trio showed an eclectic set of edgy and free, but yet accessible songs and is ready to play the big festivals straight away!"
The V.S.R. Quintet combines traditional and modern jazz influences while exploring new rhythmic and sonic possibilities. The ensemble’s music reveals influences from artists [...] . The three finalists led their ensembles with great control and artistic vision. The jury - consisting of Salle de Jonge, Marike van Dijk, Jelle Roozenburg, Alessandro Fongaro and Co de Kloet - [...] that I was able to share the stage with such inspiring musicians and friends, who helped turn my ideas into music. ” The Erasmus Jazz Prize is organised by Codarts Rotterdam and celebrated its 30th
Award-winning drummer and versatile bandleader The South Korean drummer is no stranger to the jazz world. She has won prestigious awards, including the Edison [...] of the next generation of musicians. As a young female drummer and conservatoire teacher, she brings a fresh and empowering perspective to our community. Our students will surely benefit and be inspired in the coming years by her deep musicality, innovative approach, and international experience."
conservatory. A few weeks ago I spoke with Ruoran Ma, Bruno Vicente and Naomi van Hessen to learn more about their thoughts and expectations in anticipation for the competition. Ruoran, a Classical Voice [...] and hopes for ICCR. As a conductor himself, having already worked with two orchestras in Portugal and OIHUA, a contemporary music ensemble [...] , Naomi quoted her father in saying that the orchestra is a plane and the conductor is a pilot: “conductors are there to assist the orchestra and to raise it up and to encourage it and to get the most
be heard in full, with a programme spanning classical, jazz, pop and global musics. Audiences were free to move throughout the building, discovering different ensembles and styles across multiple halls and stages. This format made it possible to gain a broad impression of musical practice at Codarts in a short space of time, where [...] String Orchestra, led by Gordan Nikolić, also delivered an energetic and dynamic performance. Alongside these orchestral programmes, there was strong representation from Pop and Global Musics. Later in the
