Spring course 2024

Spring Workshop "Grieg and Nordic Landscapes" at the Piano Académie

Introduction We are delighted to invite you to our Easter workshop, this year dedicated to a theme as joyful as the arrival of spring: “Grieg and the Nordic Landscapes”. Edvard Grieg, often compared to Norway’s Chopin, devoted much of his work to the piano. His music, deeply rooted in the Norwegian folk tradition, evokes the joy and beauty of his country’s landscapes.

A Workshop for All This workshop is the perfect opportunity for Piano Académie students to fine-tune their Grieg piece in preparation for the end-of-year concert, enriching their interpretation with musicality and imagination. For those unfamiliar with our academy, this is an ideal opportunity to discover the fascinating world of this exceptional composer.

Dialogue of the Arts A unique aspect of our course is the “Dialogue of the Arts”. We will establish links between Grieg’s music and the work of Edvard Munch, the renowned Norwegian painter. This joint exploration will awaken and develop the imagination of our young musicians, while integrating song and dance into our artistic journey.

Plastic Art and Norwegian Tradition In Norway, Easter is a time of festivities and traditions, particularly through plastic art. Our participants will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in these traditions by making Easter decorations and building miniature Norwegian huts, recalling the importance of decoration in the Norwegian Easter celebration.

stage de printemps 2024

Course content

Course programme

During this enriching course, participants will engage in 2 hours of piano practice each half-day, with particular attention paid to the needs and level of each student. We will propose a specific arrangement of a work by Grieg, carefully selected to match the student’s skill level, which will be the focus of our engagement throughout the week. In addition to this instrumental practice, one hour a day will be devoted to a variety of activities designed to enrich everyone’s musical experience.

For our young participants, aged 3 to 5, we have designed an approach specially adapted to their young age and attention span. The length of the piano lessons will be adjusted to suit their needs, with shorter sessions that are just as exciting. For children aged 3 and over, the course will serve as an introduction to the world of the piano, introducing the basics in a fun and accessible way. This tailor-made teaching method ensures that every child, whatever their age, receives training that respects and appropriately develops their musical potential.

Conclusion The Spring Workshop “Grieg and the Nordic Landscapes” promises to be an immersive and enriching experience, combining musical learning with artistic and cultural discovery. We look forward to seeing you there to share these moments of joy and creativity with you.

Introduction to piano – 3 to 5 years

  • The theme of the course will be Grieg and the Nordic Landscapes!
  • Each half-day consists of 1 hour of introductory piano work and 2 hours of activities to discover the world of Norway.
  • Morning:
    • Repeating the song
    • Danse
  • Afternoon:
    • Repeating the song
    • Plastic arts – Making Drakkars
  • Piano Booster (6 to 16 years – All levels)
    • Children can choose the song of their choice.
    • For each half-day there will be 2 hours of piano work and 1 hour of activities to enrich the interpretation and understanding of the piece and bring it to life.
    • We’ll be bridging the gap between music and the other arts. Activities will be adapted to suit the age range of participants.
    • On the last day of the course (Friday at 6.30 p.m.) we will be giving a short concert.

Concert du Vendredi Soir pour les Enfants à la Piano Academie 🎶

  • Nous sommes heureux d’annoncer qu’un petit concert sera organisé pour nos jeunes musiciens ce vendredi à 18h30. Bien que la participation ne soit pas obligatoire, nous encourageons vivement tous nos élèves à y prendre part. Ce concert représente une excellente opportunité pour eux de montrer leurs progrès et de partager leur passion pour la musique avec la communauté.
  • Lieu du Concert : 1, rue de Richelieu, 75001 Paris
  • Ce sera un moment spécial, non seulement pour les enfants, qui pourront expérimenter la joie de se produire en public, mais aussi pour les familles et amis qui seront témoins de leur talent et de leur dévouement. Nous espérons vivement que vous vous joindrez à nous pour soutenir nos jeunes artistes et célébrer ensemble leurs réalisations musicales.
  • Ne pourront participer au concert que les enfants qui ont fait au moins 4 demi-journée de stage
  • Pour tous les âges 3-16 ans

Modalités pratiques

  • Lieu : 19 Rue de la Pompe 75016 PARIS ou 1 rue de Richelieu 75001 PARIS
  • Dates : du 8 au 12 avril 2024
  • Horaires : 9h à 16h.
  • Ages de 3 à 16 ans
    • Groupe A : 3 à 5 ans
    • Groupe B : 6 à 16 ans

Possibilité de s’inscrire à la 1/2 journée

Tarifs :

  • Semaine de 5 jours : 400€
  • A la 1/2 journée : 50€
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