F3VF+67C, Calle Sanabria, Caracas 1020, Venezuela

Program

Performing Musician. Eight years. Studies in solo and ensemble performance (classical, popular, Afro-Venezuelan/Afro-Caribbean percussion), theory, composition, music history, form and analysis, aesthetics, choral and orchestral conducting, musicology, ethnomusicology.

The Conservatorio was founded in 1975 by José Antonio Abreu for the purpose of training musicians to expand the philosophy and objectives of ‘El Sistema’ - a cultural, educational and social program that encourages young people to feel empowered through participation in ensemble music performance. The Conservatorio is a private and experimental institution in which (mostly poor) elementary and secondary school students from age 14, future performing musicians, music teachers and composers undertake an eight-year program giving them the knowledge and experience to work as professional musicians. Facilities include 36 classrooms for solo and/or group teaching and rehearsal. The Iván Adler Hall is the main concert venue. The Conservatorio Nacional Simón Bolívar forms the preparatory level for students wishing to prepare for university entry.

December 2022