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Posted in Events on Feb 18, 2019
International Women's Day concert was founded in 2017 by the Kenya conservatoire of music to celebrate women in music. The concert features an all-female orchestra and a number of solo performances. They will be displaying the dynamic nature of their instruments with a mixture of both classical and African music The Conservatoire cordially invites you to come, watch and support our women as they work towards making quality music in Kenya. We look forward to seeing you at this annual event!
Posted in Noticeboard, ABRSM, Events on Jan 24, 2019
The Kenya Conservatoire of Music and ABRSM are pleased to invite you to celebrate with the High Scorers’ who will be performing one of their exam pieces. The concert will be held on Sunday, 3rd February 2019
Posted in ABRSM on Jan 11, 2019
Registration for the above exam will begin on Thursday, 3rd January 2019, entries must be submitted to the Kenya Conservatoire of Music office on or before 31st January 2019
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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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