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History of the Music department of the Royal Conservatoire Antwerp
The Royal Conservatoire Antwerp, which was founded by Peter Benoit in 1898, was the first Dutch-language institute for art education. For more than a hundred years, musicians - instrumentalists, singers, composers, conductors and teachers - have been trained here. In 1993 the option Jazz and Popular Music was added to the classical courses. In 1995 the Royal Flemish Conservatoire became part of the Antwerp University College (now Artesis University College Antwerp). Courses are organized in line with the provisions of the decree of 13 July 1994 on the universities and colleges of higher education in the Flemish Community. Many laureates of the Royal Conservatoire Antwerp have made an important contribution to music both in Flanders and internationally. The teaching staff includes many world famous artists and educators (20% international staff and student population).
General program The general program is divided into two cycles: the BA (1st cycle), comprising three academic years, in which students are given extensive support; and the MA (2nd cycle), comprising two academic years, which demands more individual activities, and aims to develop students’ personalities. The courses are full-time, spread over 30 academic weeks. The number of hours of lectures varies between 8 and 20 per week, depending on the options chosen and the academic year. A command of the Dutch language is essential both for the courses and the exams. Options Bachelor’s: - instrumental studies - vocal studies - theory of music - harmony and counterpoint - jazz and popular music  Master’s: - instrumental studies - vocal studies - conducting - composition - theory of teaching music - jazz and popular music Postgraduate course - Specialization The postgraduate course for very talented musicians comprises one full-time or two part-time academic years and links up with the general education program. A postgraduate diploma is awarded for successful completion of the course. - instrumental concert soloist - vocal concert soloist - composition - piano accompaniment and chamber music - chamber music - orchestra instrument - jazz and popular music Classical music instruments: accordion –bass clarinet (only at master’s level) – bassoon –cello – clarinet – contrabassoon (only at master’s level) – double bass –flute – French horn (only at master’s level) – guitar – harp –horn –harpsichord – mandolin – marimba (only at master’s level) – oboe – organ – percussion – piccolo (only at master’s level) – piano – pianoforte (only at master’s level) – saxhorn – saxophone – trombone – trumpet – tuba – violin – viola – vocal studies. Jazz instruments: bass guitar – double bass – drums – flute – guitar – clarinet – piano – saxophone – trumpet - violin – vocal studies (other instruments are also possible at request) The master’s degree can be combined with a specific teacher training program that comprises 60 credits. From now on it will also be possible to study for a PhD in the arts at the AUHA (Association of Universities and Colleges Antwerp). International students can enroll for the Master when they follow a preparation program (possibly in combination with the main program). International dimension and exceptional partners In the conservatoire you enter into an international habitat with a large number of foreign students and teachers (20%). The cross-pollination between students dance, drama and music also ensures a unique dynamic. You come in contact with renowned artists from around the world during master classes. Thanks to internships at deFilharmonie, Vlaams Radio Koor, Collegium Vocale, Vlaamse Opera en I Solisti del Vento (Flanders Philharmonic, Flemish Radio Choir, Collegium Vocale, Flemish Opera, and I Solisti del Vento) you are already included in a broad international network. The conservatoire also organizes collaborative projects with professional ensembles such as Champ d'Action, Hermes Ensemble, Anima Eterna and Brussels Jazz Orchestra. Study load  An artistic education assumes all-out commitment from the student. Besides a obligated basic program you can outline your profile by following elective courses and joining projects. There is a system of annual and half-yearly exams, (partial) tests and possibility to enroll for degree-, credit- or examination contract. The study load per academic year amounts to 60 ECTS credits (European Credit Transfer System), or the equivalent of a minimum of 1500 and maximum 1800 hours of educational and other study-related activities, including the necessary time for individual assimilation of the subject matter. The system of ECTS credits enables transfer to and from other European universities or colleges of higher education. Performance practice Within the conservatoire, there are three working groups active that focus on a specific repertoire from music history and its performance practice. The three working groups have the common mission to promote the concrete development of the nexus between research and performance practice - either by teachers or by students, working together or not. As the person responsible for Music Practice, Frank Agsteribbe coordinates these working groups. Specialists from the field are regularly invited for master classes on performance practice in the context of Music Practice. The WOM (Work Group Early Music) organises artistic projects, master classes and collaborations, and initiates and coordinates a number of research projects relating to early music. As of 11-12 the conservatoire will have a permanent baroque activity with the Baroque Ensemble conducted by Ewald Demeyere. By means of particular collaborations and workshops it will shed light on various aspects of the theory and performance practice of early music. Early Music refers to the period of music history from the late Middle Ages to the late baroque, but the specific performance practice of, for example, the classical composers and early romantics (Mozart, Schubert) are spotlighted here.  There is a special focus on contemporary music, too, in WHAM (Working Group on Contemporary Music), under the leadership of Luc Van Hove and Wim Henderickx. Ensemble XXI performs works originating from the composition class. In addition, students study a selection of interesting topical compositions in terms of performance practice and specific style. Finally, in Ensemble XXI a number of smaller chamber music formations develop around particular themes or a particular composer, touching on contemporary music. Ensemble XXI is part of the Music Practice course unit. Composer days and master classes are also organised round contemporary and topical music. The working group on Romantic Music is called The Missing Link. It deals, like WOM and WHAM, with nineteenth-century music and orchestral music. The chairperson is Joris Verdin. The common mission of the three working groups is to act upon the interrelationship between research and performance practice. During the weekly individual instrument class with the teacher (s) instrument or voice work on a stylistically varied repertoire. Since ensemble playing is recognized as integrating important musical and social skills, there is a Chamber Music course component from the first year of the BA onwards. At the start of the year students put together a suitable program in consultation with their chamber music partners and instrument teachers. In the course unit 'Musical practice' you explore the repertoire and performance practice of "ensemble / chorus" in the broad sense. After five levels 'Musical practice' you have the necessary tools, knowledge and experience to function as a professional musician orchestras, ensembles or choirs (for vocal department). During master classes, lecture-recitals, field trips or projects you apply what have learned. Projects The artistic-pedagogical planning provides for a number of projects every year. Participating students get the opportunity to concentrate fully on how they function in a symphony orchestra, string orchestra, brass band, choir, etc. The ensembles are regularly conducted by renowned guest professors during these periods. See calendar Entrance requirements - Registration for the entrance exam: proof of studies followed or diplomas obtained must be submitted (in Dutch, English, French or German, translated if necessary). 1st year Bachelor’s: - Diploma of higher secondary education (to be submitted during registration for the entrance exam). If the original language of the diploma is not Dutch, English, French or German, a sworn translation into one of these languages is required. - Certificate (in Dutch, English, French, German, or a sworn translation into one of these languages) allowing admission to university in the country of origin (to be submitted during registration for the entrance exam). Sometimes this is stated on the diploma of secondary education. If this is not the case, candidates must apply for it at their Embassy. - Passing the artistic entrance exams. Foreign applicants may be admitted on the basis of a video or DVD recording (video compatible with the European system region '0' or '2', NOT '1'). These will be assessed by the lecturer(s) + the competent member of the artistic board + an external jury member. NB: only a video or DVD recording is valid as an entrance exam. In all other cases candidates will have to play on arrival. Candidates who cannot attend on the date specified should indicate this as well as their arrival date. An entrance exam will be organized in consultation with the teaching coordinator. Fees The following fees apply for the academic year 2011-2012 Application fee: € 40 General program € 578,70 (or fixed amount of € 677,80 + 92,50/credit) Workplace fee: € 100,00 (bachelor), € 60,00 (master) Foreign students from outside the European Economic Area (= Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxemburg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom): € 6.227,80 (for full program of 60 credits) or fixed amount of € 677,80 + € 92,50/ credit Postgraduate course specialization : - instrumental concert soloist, vocal concert soloist, composition, orchestra: € 6000 (full program of 60 credits) or fixed amount of € 600,00 + € 50,00/ credit - accompaniment & chamber music: € 3000 (full program of 60 credits) or fixed amount of € 300,00 + € 50,00/ credit Language course In August/ September 2011, the Royal Conservatoire Antwerp organised a basic course of Dutch during two weeks. This course was meant for new foreign students and for students who are already studying for one or two years at the conservatoire. More information on courses next year will follow soon. Formalities    Important note: Do not come to Belgium on a tourist visa to take your entrance exam. You will then have to return to your country of origin to apply for a student visa. During the application period for the student visa – a process which may take more than three months - you cannot stay in Belgium, but must remain in your own country. This means that you would miss a large part of the academic year. Students who plan to live in Antwerp: contact Birgit Soil for your registration in the city.  Student who are planning to live elsewere, should follow this procedure: All foreign students (including students from the European Community) must register at the registrar's office of the town or borough in which they reside within 8 working days of arrival. In Belgium health insurance is mandatory. This poses no problem if the home country has a health insurance agreement with Belgium. In this case, an E111 or E128 form brought from the home country suffices and no additional contribution needs to be paid. We recommend that you contact a local mutual-insurance company upon arrival in Belgium. Students from countries without a health insurance agreement with Belgium can take a private insurance in their own country or can join a Belgian mutual-insurance company, cost approximately € 50 per quarter.  Do you want to register for the Music entrance exams? Take the following steps. 1. Register for the audition. Here you find the dates of the entrance exams. Registration for the 1st session until May 2, 2012
2. Timely pay the administration fee Timely pay the administration fee of 40 euros on following account number: IBAN BE24 0016 1571 3438 BIC: GEBABEBB Royal Conservatoire – Artesis Hogeschool Antwerpen Desguinlei 25-2018 Antwerp Communication: name + first name + major Transfer within the euro zone: no fee. Transfers outside the euro zone: costs borne by the client. Cheques are not accepted. If canceled, the administrative fee is not refundable. 3. Prepare yourself for the audition. Here you find the programmes per instrument. For foreign students there is a possibility to do an audition by DVD Procedure: - the DVD contains the same programme as requested for a live entrance exam - to be representative, the DVD is maximum 1 year old - the success on this test applies only for the entrance examination for the instrument but is binding: if passed the candidate does not have to do a live examination upon arrival at the Royal Conservatoire Antwerp. In case of failure in a DVD audition during the first audition session, the student is allowed to participate once more in the second audition session with a live performance. - students who wish to start in B1, have to do tests for solfège and hearing upon arrival to determine their level - for students starting in other levels, a comparison of the subjects already taken with the courses of the Royal Conservatoire will be made. These students might have to do tests to define the level for certain courses. Only when all these elements are examined, students auditioning by DVD will be accepted and will be informed about their appropriate study level at the Royal Conservatoire. The deadline for sending in a DVD in view of studies in 2012-2013 is 15th August 2012. 4. The day of the entrance exam All entrance exams take place at the Royal Conservatoire of Antwerp (except entrance exam for Harpsichord)
5. Publication of the results of the audition Within seven calendar days from the decision, the results of the artistic audition are sent by e-mail to the e-mail address specified by the candidate. 6. Final registration + start academic year Successful candidates deliver as soon as possible (by post to Royal Conservatoire, Desguinlei 25, 2018 Antwerp): – a copy of the diploma of Higher Secondary Education (possibly also copies of studies Higher Education) – a copy of the identity card – a visa for Belgium All students are available from Monday, September 10, 2012.
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