Berlin during Musikfest Berlin. The cantata for mixed choir and orchestra is a tribute to Pierre Boulez, who would have turned 100 this year, and is based on the poem of the same name by Stéphane Mallarmé [...] Pierre Boulez foundation and the NTR Zaterdag Matinee, L’Azur once again brought De Raaff international recognition. The work was performed by the Radio Filharmonisch Orkest and the Groot Omroepkoor under [...] symphonies, concertos, and operas, De Raaff is regarded as one of the most prolific Dutch composers of his generation. His international experiences at festivals such as Lucerne and Berlin flow directly
art and education and let you experience what it is like to learn from true professionals. Take part in interactive workshops where you can actively engage with music and dance. Feel the energy and discover [...] the subjects, and the opportunities our programmes offer. Learn more about internships, study projects, and the unique possibilities awaiting you as a graduate. Talk to current students and hear firsthand [...] The programmes and the open evening Dance in Education and Music in Education are offered in Dutch only. Times Dance in Education: 16:00 - 20:00 Music in Education: 17:00 - 21:00 During the open evening
During the Open Day you can watch, listen, and experience what Codarts Jazz and Pop have to offer! Meet our inspiring teachers and talented students, and enjoy plenty of live music. Registration is un [...] the department and the coordinators. Curious about a specific musical style? At the information desk you can ask all your questions and talk with teachers and students. Rotterdam Arts and Science Lab (RASL) [...] Global Musics During the Jazz and Pop open evening, you can also enjoy live performances from the newly updated (as of 2025) Global Musics programme: from tango to Caribbean and South American music, plus
Festival Rotterdam. All and Nothing At some point we acrobats - just like everyone else, must ask ourselves what we believe is important. Taking inspiration from folk tales and bringing the cosmos into [...] into the choreography, All and Nothing explores our perspectives on what really matters. Directed by Tim Lenkiewicz We hope to welcome you! Anna Beentjes (head), Jan Daems and Thomas Falk (coordinators) Codarts
Festival Rotterdam. All and Nothing At some point we acrobats - just like everyone else, must ask ourselves what we believe is important. Taking inspiration from folk tales and bringing the cosmos into [...] into the choreography, All and Nothing explores our perspectives on what really matters. Directed by Tim Lenkiewicz We hope to welcome you! Anna Beentjes (head), Jan Daems and Thomas Falk (coordinators) Codarts
students and the city of Rotterdam, and on the national and international circus community. The panel praised the safe and supportive environment Codarts provides for students, both mentally and physically [...] students, teachers and staff, and - more importantly - by what they had observed. Circus Arts meets all accreditation standards and criteria, including the special characteristic, and according to the panel [...] 'Team Around The Artist' (TATA) and our dedicated and demanding staff. The application for the special characteristic was seen as a strong reflection of the program's vision and its careful implementation.
could offer for students, the city, and the institutions themselves. The potential merger between Codarts and the Willem de Kooning Academy has been thoroughly assessed, and findings indicate that, at this [...] strong. This shared ambition and dream—high-quality arts education that our students and the city deserve—continues to be our guiding compass in shaping our educational and research collaborations. For [...] now, we want to provide clarity and stability, so everyone knows where they stand.” Educational and Research Collaborations Codarts, the Willem de Kooning Academy (WdKA), and Erasmus University (EUR) have
with rich colours, and catapults the listener into a spectacular spatial sound experience," according to the jury. Aart Bergwerff is a driven and versatile musician. He loves exciting and adventurous programming [...] Sebastian Bach. On the other hand, he enjoys exploring new paths and forms in organ culture. Bergwerff studied organ, choral conducting, and church music at Codarts (formerly Rotterdam Conservatory). As a [...] originally composed as practice material for Bach's son Wilhelm Friedemann, are among the most virtuosic and refined pieces in organ literature. Bergwerff brings this music to life in all its glory on the historic
many students and staff asking what they can do to help. The Netherlands Red Cross and other official aid organisations are calling for financial donations. That way, they can provide quick and effective short- [...] digicollect.nl/codarts-rotterdam Are you a student or staff member and have you set up an action you would like to share among students and staff here? If so, please email us at communicatie@codarts.nl . [...] short- and long-term help. There is also a need for resources for which various collection campaigns have been set up. Codarts supports the initiatives by: Support actions A benefit evening organised by
position papers and examinations, the visitation panels have spoken during these days with (delegations of) board and management, students, teachers, alumni/work field representatives and examination board [...] for the teachers (interview cycle) and to look closely at vision, culture and organizational structure in their mutual coherence. On both days there were also explicit and heartfelt compliments for the work [...] form of a showcase with various performances. Both panels were enthusiastic about what they saw and heard and will recommend to renew the accreditations again for another six years. The special characteristic
