■ General school information ■
Located in the city of Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, the city of music, the Prague Conservatory is, needless to say, one of the most prestigious conservatory in the world.It was founded in 1808 in collaboration with music-loving local aristocrats and the upper class to create a new orchestra in Prague to bring together and nurture talented young musicians.However, due to the influence of the Napoleonic Wars, classes actually started in 1811.After that, he went through the turbulent history of the Nazi era, the communist government, and the revolution, and continued to pursue art without giving in.Then, it absorbed various music schools and art schools and developed into the current internationally known music school.Many prominent musicians, including Dvorak, who was the Dean of the Department of Composition, provide education and guidance as a lecturer and dean of the department, and have produced many excellent musicians in the world.Graduates include Vítězlav Novak, Josef Suk, Oskar Nedbal, Franz Lehar, Karel Ancerl and Jaroslav Ježek.It is a longing for students all over the world to receive direct instruction from world-class musicians at this school, which has a long history and a proven track record.Currently, there are about 550 Czech students, about 40 international students, and about 220 instructors.
Educational programs include regular courses for students with Czech knowledge, such as Czech, and special courses for international students.Selectable majors and lecture subjects include instrumental music, vocal music, composition, conducting, musical / stage music, popular music, instrumental music coaching, music education, music theory, general education, and language studies.There is a charge, but there are also Czech lessons in Japanese and music theory and music history classes in English, and support for international students is also substantial.
In addition, the on-campus symphony orchestra, string orchestra, and multiple chamber ensembles hold about 200 concerts a year.Students are taking the first step as a performer and improving their playing skills.Many of the graduates are active in the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, the Prague National Opera, the Prague Symphony Orchestra, and the Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra.Of course, special course students can also participate in ensembles and concerts.