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Posted in Events on Jul 04, 2018
James Lyon and Hannah Emmrich present a masterclass and fundraising concert for El Sistema Kenya on Monday, 30th July 2018 at the Kenya Conservatoire of Music Ballet Studio. Masterclass 2:00 - 5:00pm Concert 7:30pm Suggested entrance fee kes 1,000/-
Posted in Noticeboard on Jun 19, 2018
Would you like to take your performance to the next level? Then this workshop is for you. Stage confidence and professional behavior does not come naturally for everyone. It can be learned. This is an area where I have observed a missing link in Kenya, between the idea of simply singing or playing an instrument on stage and delivering a "successful" performance.
Posted in ABRSM on Nov 02, 2017
The registration for the above exam is now on. Entries should be submitted to the Kenya Conservatoire office, on or before 8th December, 2017.
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Which musical skill do you want to attain?
Come study the following instruments and musical skills:
Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass
Treble and Bass Guitar
Piano and Organ
Voice and Choir
Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, and Tuba
Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, and Bassoon
Drum Kit
Music Theory, and Practical Musicianship
Ensemble Conducting
The Conservatoire is a non-profit making institution with no religious or political affiliation.
The Kenya Conservatoire of Music exists to promote the teaching and performance of quality music of all styles in Kenya. Equipped with a teaching staff of 35 highly qualified and committed individuals, both native and expatriate, The Conservatoire’s main focus is to ensure that every interested individual has an opportunity to experience the benefits of learning to play/sing music at an affordable cost. The Conservatoire ensures that the students not only receive first-class, quality training in music, but more importantly that they enjoy the practice and challenges of making music. The lessons are given both at the main branch at the Kenya Cultural Centre, at a Satellite Branch at the Go Down Arts Centre and in various schools that some of the teachers visit weekly. Every year, training is offered to an average of 400 students.
In terms of assessment, the Conservatoire has introduced a number of Diploma options for selected subjects such as Conducting, Teaching and Performance. In addition, the Conservatoire is the Kenyan representative for the Practical Examinations of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM). The Director of The Conservatoire oversees the administration of all practical examinations. Over 1800 candidates enroll for these international examinations in various instruments each year.
The Kenya Conservatoire of Music is the International Representative for the ABRSM Practical exams offered annually all over Kenya. These exams are internationally recognized and provide valuable feedback about musical progress to the candidates. In 2014, 2300+ candidates enrolled for the practical exams.
‘Enjoyment through achievement’ is a phrase that sums up the ABRSM philosophy, and earning an ABRSM certificate is a rewarding experience. If you are working hard to make progress with your music you need some way of recognizing your success and reassurance that you are on the right road. This is exactly what music exams offer:
Of course, music exams do not suit everyone and exam syllabuses are not intended to provide a complete curriculum or choice of repertoire to the exclusion of all other music. All performers should explore a wide range of music to stimulate their interest and refresh their outlook.
Excerpt from “These Music Exams” by Clara Taylor
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