European Chamber Music Academy

Public master classes at European top level

Description

This year too, the crème de la crème of the youngest generation of European chamber musicians pitch their tents in Ghent for a week. Under the flag of the European Chamber Music Academy (ECMA), of which Ghent Festival is a proud partner together with KASK & Conservatory, they will attend four days of intensive master classes given by some of Europe's most renowned musicians. These master classes are open to the public. And you can of course admire the results in a unique concert on Friday 20 September. 

Performers

Tutors

  • Minna Pensola
  • Alasdair Tait

Ensembles

  • Paddington Trio
  • Javus Quartett
  • Susato Trio

Programme

The masterclasses will take place on:

  • Tuesday September 17th, from 9:30 to 12:45 and from 14:00 to 17:30.
  • Wednesday September 18th, from 9:30 to 12:45 and from 14:00 to 17:30.
  • Thursday September 19th, from 9:30 to 12:45 and from 14:00 to 17:30.
  • Friday September 20th, from 9:30 to 12:45.

The timings are subject to change.
Admission is free. Kindly present yourself in MIRY Café upon arrival, you will be informed about the ongoing classes.
 

Paddington Trio: website | facebook | instagram | | twitter
Javus Quartett: website | facebook | instagram | youtube
Susato Trio: website | facebook | instagram


Location

The master classes will take place in Kask & Conservatory
Addres: Biezekapelstraat 9, 9000 Gent

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Accesibility

MIRY Concert Hall is wheelchair accessible. There are reserved seats for wheelchair users and the person accompanying them. These places are limited in number. There is a wheelchair-accessible elevator and an adapted toilet available. If you are coming to the Festival with a wheelchair, it is recommended that you let us know via toegankelijkheid@festival.be . That way we can be sure to take this into account, provide appropriate seating and additional guidance if needed.

Assistance dogs are welcome. If required, staff will be on hand to escort you to your seat. Please let us know via toegankelijkheid@festival.be 

Do you have specific needs or need additional amenities? Contact Fien Straetmans for this at toegankelijkheid@festival.be  or 0491 45 26 78.

Mobility

More information about the mobility of KASK & Conservatory can be found here

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