Exam Preparation Platform
Tue 27th June 2017 For all students taking ABRSM and Trinity exams this term, the opportunity to try their pieces through in front of a friendly audience!
Entries by Claire Harvey
End of Term Platforms
11th, 12th and 13th July Three informal platforms for students to perform pieces they have been working on this term.
Musique et Aventure 2017
24th – 29th July 2017 The academy’s summer music course combines intensive musical study with fun outdoor activities. This year is our 11th year of running this popular programme, and our excellent faculty of teachers and performers will welcome all for an unforgettable week of music and adventure! This course is open island-wide, and available […]
Jersey International Masterclasses
30th July – 7th August 2017 Jersey International Masterclasses will run again this summer, involving many visiting and local music college students, and working closely with Royal College of Music. Our goal is to provide world class education to students who want to learn from internationally acclaimed musicians and pedagogues. Our distinguished professors are experts in […]
11th March – ‘Piano, Piano, Piano!’ project review
Saturday 11th March 2017 A wonderful day was had by all in our ‘Piano, Piano, Piano!’ project! All the piano teachers at the academy joined forces to create a varied programme of piano-related activities during the day. The morning focussed on Primary-age students, and the afternoon on Secondary-aged students, with each session ending in […]
27th Jan – PwC Jersey Young Musician of the Year Competition Heats
Congratulations to the following JAM students for their success in the PwC Jersey Young Musician of the Year Competition 2017 Heats: Matthew Bowen – Winner, Percussion Heat Emilie Edelenbos – Winner, Strings Heat Esther Cushen – Winner, Piano Heat Jonathan Cushen – Winner, Junior Brass Nic Lawrenson – Winner, Junior Strings Looking forward to the […]
18th Jan – Young Musician Preparation Concert
Wed 18th Jan 2017 An opportunity for all the academy students taking part in the annual PwC Jersey Young Musician of the Year Competition to have the opportunity to run their programme through in front of a friendly audience to help prepare for the competition itself.
11th-12th Feb – From The Examiner’s Chair
11th/12th February 2017 Two visiting examiners for ABRSM and Trinity examination boards will visit the academy to talk to children and parents about the exams, helpful hints and tips for young musicians entering exams, and detailed information on all the grades and levels. Workshops coached by the examiners Helen Duffy and Graham Harvey will take […]
23rd Apr – London Concert Day-Trip
Following the success of the previous three London Concert Day-Trips, the academy will be running another short tour aimed at students from Year 8 upwards. It will operate as a day-trip to London, presenting the opportunity for local children to hear one of the world’s leading orchestras in one of the world’s best concert halls! […]
18th-19th Feb – Cello Weekend
18th/19th February 2017 Visiting cello teacher Richard Boardman specialises in Suzuki and Dalchroze, and will lead a weekend of tuition for all the young cellists at the academy.