Since its creation, the school has been headed by a graduate of the Moscow Conservatory. P.I. Tchaikovsky in piano, associate professor, candidate of pedagogical sciences, honored worker of culture of the Russian Federation I.V. Kazunina.

The school employs a highly professional teaching staff, including names known throughout the world - People's Artists of the Russian Federation I. Bril, V. Konnov, Honored Artists of the Russian Federation - A. Garin, S. Rezantsev, V. Fadeeva, D. Kramer, M. Okun, V. Lebedev, honored cultural workers of the Russian Federation - N. Andrianova, I. Kazunina, T. Markovich, V. Melekhin, A. Rudneva, honored teachers of the Russian Federation, as well as members of the Union of Composers.

GMUEDI trains pop artists, leaders of instrumental and vocal ensembles, and teachers. Graduates of the school work in the State Television and Radio Variety Symphony Orchestra, the Presidential Orchestra, leading jazz orchestras, military orchestras of Russia, and instrumental ensembles.

Among the graduates are members of popular pop groups - “140 beats per minute”, “Adam and Eve”, “Army”, “Lesopoval”, “Prime Minister”, as well as famous performers and musicians - I. Otieva, I. Formakovsky, K. Kelmi, O. Kormukhina, S. Penkin, B. Kozlov, A. Bril, D. Bril, A. Revnyuk, Y. Nugmanov, A. Sevidov, A. Kruglov, S. Golovnya, K. Safyanov, A. Bill, A. Nasyrov, S. Koroteeva, Linda, Sabina, Y. Nachalova, D. Gurtskaya, P. Rostova, M. Okun, L. Kushnir, Jasmine, A. Bizeev, T. Dolnikova, T. Kontridze, participants " Star Factory” leading soloists of the musical “Metro”, “Notre Dame de Paris”, “Romeo and Juliet”, “Dracula”, “The Witches of Eastwick”, etc.

The school has: two student orchestras - educational and Big Band, more than twenty ensembles, including original ones; Coordination Center for Pop and Jazz Education in the Russian Federation; There are advanced training courses, internships, and retraining for teachers of pop and jazz art; seminars, conferences, and master classes are held at the All-Russian and International levels.

Student groups and soloists constantly take part in all-Russian and international jazz festivals and competitions, where they traditionally become laureates and diploma winners, conduct extensive concert work at the best concert venues in Moscow, the region, in various cities of Russia, the CIS, as well as abroad (Germany, Sweden , Norway, Scotland, etc.).

A preparatory department, the Studio “Fundamentals of Variety Musical Art”, and a Children's Jazz School have been created and are actively operating at the school.

GMUEDI maintains friendly relations with educational institutions in France, Austria, Germany, Scotland, Italy and the USA. The school has been accepted into the International Jazz Federation.

Professional jazz education for an aspiring musician is the key to a future successful career. JazzPeople studied the best foreign and Russian musical, and in particular jazz, educational institutions, identifying the most significant features of each of them.

Jazz education in Russia

Russian Academy of Music (RAM) named after the Gnessins

Philosophy of the Academy

Music education at the Gnessin Academy is structured in 3 stages: studying at school for 7 or 10 years, then at a music college, and finally at the academy. The system of education and development of musicians, created by the Gnesin sisters in 1895, became the basis of the Russian music school, gaining recognition throughout the world. The main idea of ​​the academy is the preservation of traditions, along with the introduction and development of new musical techniques.

Jazz at the Academy

As part of full-time and part-time studies, every year the academy offers applicants a varied choice in jazz areas: pop-jazz singing, brass instruments, percussion and conducting a wind orchestra.

St. Petersburg Music College named after M.P. Mussorgsky

College Philosophy

This college was not the first generation of successful jazz musicians to give our country. Today the institution provides training in 8 specializations: folk and pop singing, orchestral wind and percussion instruments, piano, music theory, folk orchestra instruments, pop orchestra instruments, orchestral string instruments. Six orchestras have also been organized: chamber, brass, folk, accordion orchestra, symphony, big band. The college attaches special importance to the performing practice of students of all specialties, initially developing in them a coherent and confident mastery of musical skill.

Jazz in college

Much attention is paid to instrumental education. Students have the opportunity to choose a specialization that interests them: piano, orchestral wind and percussion instruments (flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, trumpet, trombone, horn, tuba, saxophone, percussion). All college students constantly expand their professional horizons thanks to frequent concerts organized by the institution’s teachers. The local big band, which at different times included the most famous St. Petersburg musicians, is considered a legend of the college.

State Music School of Pop and Jazz Art (GMUEDI)

Philosophy of the school

In addition to the professionalism of its teachers, the educational institution has and considers the technical aspects of teaching very important. The school has an excellent material and technical base, which includes a concert hall, recording studio, library, music library, and computer software. The institution is fully equipped with modern equipment, musical instruments and spacious classrooms.

Jazz at school

The institution has a student orchestra - an educational big band (more than 20 ensembles), as well as a unique coordination center for pop and jazz education in Russia. On the basis of the school there are various advanced training courses, retraining for teachers of pop and jazz art, courses for preparing applicants, and a children's jazz school. Full-time students can choose a specialty: pop orchestra instruments (guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, wind and percussion instruments, piano) and pop singing (in special subjects and in subjects of general music cycle).

GOU Children's Music School named after. George Gershwin and the Consort Pop and Jazz College

Philosophy of the establishment

The main idea of ​​the school is the unification and close interaction of academic and pop-jazz education, so that young students learn the academic base and continue to move forward at a confident and fast pace. In the future, depending on their choice, students continue studying classical music or move to the pop-jazz department. After graduating from the Gershwin Music School, students immediately enter the Consort Pop and Jazz College, merged with the school.

The main task of the jazz college "Consort" Children's Music School named after. J. Gershwin is the education of new generations of pop-jazz musicians who perform professionally as instrumentalists or vocalists. In their work, educational institutions rely on and are inspired by the cultural heritage of George Gershwin.

Jazz at school Gershwin and Jazz College

Student training programs: methods of staging a pop-jazz voice, methods of developing harmonic thinking, the principle of individual training directly from master musicians. The fundamental basis of the method is a number of techniques and dynamic solutions aimed at the comprehensive development of the musician’s personality, the discovery and development of his creative individuality. The college constantly cooperates with leading teachers in Moscow, provides its students with the opportunity to participate in collective music playing in ensembles, orchestras and jams, an individual curriculum, a flexible training schedule in the daytime and in the evening, professional training from beginner to advanced level.

Jazz education in the USA and Europe

Jazz Institute named after. Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz

Philosophy of the Institute

The institute grew out of the idea of ​​identifying new names in music. The establishment promotes jazz aesthetics using an accessible and understandable approach to audiences around the world. The institute prepares music education programs for its students, based and inspired by the creative approach of the great pianist Thelonious Monk. The Institute's best-known and longest-standing initiative is its International Jazz Competition (an annual event that brings talented young musicians together with established artists on the same stage).

Jazz at the institute

The educational institution has a two-year training program, which includes one group of musicians for each class. All students receive a full scholarship and scholarships to cover their living expenses. Students study their chosen subject both individually and in small groups with mentors - training, experience playing in an ensemble and lectures on jazz history. The Institute launched a free curriculum jazz and blues program for 5th, 8th and 11th grade public school students in the United States to promote contemporary blues and jazz in America.

In 2004, the school launched a program combining jazz and hip-hop to create a new art form that showcases the characteristics of both musical genres. Students study the musical dynamics of these styles and learn about the historical influence of jazz on hip-hop.

Trinity College London

College Philosophy

Each year, Trinity College London offers a wide range of music education programs to thousands of students, including popular music, jazz and classical music. Along with studying and improving in music, the college offers theater, dance, and English studies for students from other countries - from elementary to advanced levels. London College is focused on teaching music theory and performance. Each program developed by the college is fully accredited by the UK educational regulatory authorities.

College teachers - professional musicians - pay special attention to the emotional comfort of students. From entrance exams to advanced subjects, the college's experts guide the instruction in a way that encourages students to reach their full potential.

JazzVTrinity College London

Much attention is paid to wind instrumentalists. The college offers advanced training in the Woodwind & Jazz Woodwind department. Any student can choose their preferred instrument section, then take an entrance exam to determine the student's overall skill level. The training is divided into 4 levels: after successfully completing the last one, the most capable students apply for a music teacher certificate.

Manhattan School of Music

School philosophy

The Manhattan School of Music is deeply committed to excellence in education, performance and creative endeavor. Close attention is paid to a humane approach to learning and cultural enrichment of the community. The school's approach to music education inspires many very talented people to realize their creative potential.

Jazz at school

The conservatory's systematic and rigorous training is combined with a wealth of technical opportunities to make this program one of the most attractive for young jazz musicians in New York City. Student ensembles include the Afro-Cuban Jazz Orchestra, Concert Band, Jazz Orchestra, Jazz in the Philharmonic, and Chamber Ensemble. In addition to core classes, students play and watch world-renowned guest musicians perform.

Berklee College of Music

College Philosophy

The mission of Berklee College of Music is to educate, support, develop students in the field of music and teach the necessary skills for a successful career. The basis of the curriculum is to cultivate the musicality of all students and develop a clear and confident mastery of the subject. Over more than half a century of history, the college has become a successful example of combining musical art and music business. Berkeley College was the world's first founder of undergraduate studies in jazz, rock, electric guitar, songwriting, film scoring, electronic production and more than a dozen other genres and areas of study.

Jazz in college

The Berkeley Global Jazz Institute (BGJI), part of the college, contains programs designed to foster creativity through the disciplines of music. Studying at the college takes place in a modern musical environment - students bring their musical activities to the highest level. Berklee regularly hosts master classes from today's top jazz musicians and technical innovators, vocalists and music experts.

New England Conservatory of Music

Philosophy of the Conservatory

As a student at the NEC Conservatory, students can perform as soloists and as members of large and small ensembles. But this is just the beginning. The conservatory positions full concentration on the subject, but at the same time, pays attention to the correct schedule of the school day in order to avoid excessive workload for students. Off campus, there is a community of performers and NEC program partners responsible for scholarships and one-time concert services.

Jazz at the Conservatory

Private lessons are the basis of music education.
The NEC Conservatory has the necessary facilities to meet the individual needs of students. In addition to core academic subjects, the conservatory offers private lessons of 30, 45 and 60 minutes for students of all levels, including beginners. The curriculum is divided into the following groups: jazz private lessons, small jazz ensembles, jazz classes, jazz aural training, jazz theory, youth jazz orchestra.

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Form of study:

State diploma

Certificate of completion:

Licenses:

No. 000837 dated February 14, 2013. Valid until April 11, 2018. Issued by the Moscow Department of Education.

Accreditations:

College characteristics

general information

The federal state budgetary educational institution of secondary vocational education "State Music School of Pop and Jazz Art (Technical School)" (GMUEDI) is located in the cultural center of Moscow Zamoskvorechye. Not far from the school are the A.N. Ostrovsky House-Estate, the Tretyakov State Gallery, the K.D. Ushinsky Pedagogical Library, the Marfo-Mariinsky Convent, city estates and residential buildings with shops of the 18th-19th centuries have been preserved. Since 1918, the Music School named after the October Revolution has been located in this building.

The school was formed on the basis of the pop departments of two educational institutions - the Gnessin State Music School and the October Revolution Music School. Nowadays GMUEDI is the only specialized educational institution in Russia in the field of pop and jazz art. The school trains artists (singers and instrumentalists), teachers, directors of instrumental and vocal groups.

Professional training of jazz and pop performers is carried out at the highest level through a methodically developed system of pedagogical guidance. The school's highly professional teaching staff unites the most talented and famous musicians, the best representatives of this genre. Among the graduates there are many artists who are well known in Russia and abroad.

The school has a good material and technical base, including classrooms, a concert hall, a recording studio, a library, a music library, a video library, and computer equipment with Internet access. Equipping with modern sound equipment and musical instruments makes it possible to effectively conduct the educational process.

Since its establishment, the school has been headed by a graduate of the Moscow Conservatory named after P.I. Tchaikovsky in piano, Honored Worker of Culture of the Russian Federation, Honored Artist of the Russian Federation, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Professor, Irina Vadimovna Kazunina.

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Admissions Committee Contacts

Admission conditions

The school accepts citizens who have musical abilities, have a general education of at least 9 years of secondary school and have successfully passed the entrance exams.

Acceptance of documents

Applicants to the State Music School of Pop and Jazz Art submit the following documents to the admissions committee:

• application form (according to form);
• a photocopy of a passport or other document proving identity and citizenship;
• state document on education (original or photocopy);
• 3x4 photographs;

Applicants who are transferring from a secondary vocational education institution of the relevant profile to senior courses must submit a certificate from the place of study, 6 3x4 photographs, a certified copy of the certificate and an identity and citizenship document.

In the application, applicants must provide the following required information:

• last name, first name and patronymic (the latter - if available);
• Date of Birth;
• details of the document proving identity and citizenship;
• information about the previous level of education and the education document confirming it;
• specialty, specialization and form of education (within the limits of admission targets or places under contracts with payment of tuition fees);
• need for hostel accommodation;

The application also records the fact of familiarization (including through public information systems) with copies of the license to carry out educational activities, the certificate of state accreditation and appendices thereto. The fact of familiarization is certified by the personal signature of the applicant.

The applicant’s signature also certifies the receipt of secondary vocational education for the first time and acquaintance with the date of provision of the original education document to the applicant.

For applicants who have submitted to the admissions committee incomplete information provided for by these Rules and (or) information that does not correspond to reality, the admissions committee has the right to refuse to accept documents.

Applicants have the right to submit applications for participation in the competition for places financed from the budget, and for places under contracts with tuition fees, as well as for both specializations at the same time.

The application for admission and other necessary documents can be sent to applicants through public postal operators. When sending documents by mail, the applicant encloses with the application photocopies of documents proving his identity and citizenship, education document, as well as other documents if necessary.

When submitting original documents to applicants in person, their photocopies can be certified by members of the admissions (technical) committee.

Applicants are issued a receipt for documents acceptance. Applicants who have sent documents through a postal operator must appear at the admissions office before the start of the exams to clarify the exam schedule and fill out the necessary documentation.

Upon written application, applicants have the right to pick up the original education document and other documents submitted by the applicant. The documents are returned by the admissions committee within one working day after submitting the application.

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Medicine

For the entire period of study at college, students are supported by a clinic.

Creation

All kinds of competitions are held, for example:

The many faces of a guitar

The competition is held under the auspices and with the support of the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, with the aim of identifying gifted students and promoting their creative and professional development. Guitarists and bassists aged from 15 to 30 years are allowed to participate in the competition.

Piano in jazz

The competition is held with the aim of identifying gifted students and promoting their creative and professional development. Students of piano departments of children's music schools, children's art schools, music schools, and lyceum schools aged 10 to 25 are allowed to participate in the competition.

And also carried out:

X International Competition-Festival “Smile of the World”

Concerts with the participation of college students

4th Moscow Regional Festival-Competition “Parade of Percussion Instruments”

Competition for vocalists “Stars of Big Cities”

The school has a highly professional teaching staff: People's Artists of the Russian Federation I. Bril, V. Konnov, Honored Artists of the Russian Federation - A. Garin, S. Rezantsev, O. Stepurko, V. Fadeeva, D. Kramer, V. Motov, M. Okun, V. Lebedev, A. Sukhikh, Honored Artist I. Kazunina, Honored Cultural Workers of the Russian Federation - N. Andrianova, T. Markovich, V. Melekhin, P. Petrukhin, A. Rudneva, Honored Teachers of the Russian Federation, as well as members of the Union of Composers of Russia . The names of some teachers are well known throughout the world.

GMUEDI trains pop artists, leaders of instrumental and vocal ensembles, and teachers. College graduates work in the State Television and Radio Variety Symphony Orchestra, the Presidential Orchestra, leading jazz orchestras, military orchestras of Russia, and instrumental ensembles.

Among the graduates are members of popular pop groups - “140 beats per minute”, “Adam and Eve”, “Army”, “Lesopoval”, “Prime Minister”, as well as famous performers and musicians - I. Otieva, I. Formakovsky, K. Kelmi, O. Kormukhina, S. Penkin, B. Kozlov, A. Bril, D. Bril, A. Revnyuk, Y. Nugmanov, A. Sevidov, A. Kruglov, S. Golovnya, K. Safyanov, A. Bill, A. Nasyrov, S. Koroteeva, Linda, Sabina, Y. Nachalova, D. Gurtskaya, P. Rostova, M. Okun, L. Kushnir, Jasmine, A. Bizeev, T. Dolnikova, T. Kontridze, participants " Star Factory" leading soloists of the musicals "Metro", "Notre Dame de Paris", "Romeo and Juliet", "Dracula", "The Witches of Eastwick", etc.

The school has a student orchestra - an educational big band, more than twenty ensembles, including original ones; There is a Coordination Center for Pop and Jazz Education in the Russian Federation. On the basis of the school there are advanced training courses, retraining of pedagogical personnel in pop-jazz art, preparatory courses, a children's jazz school, seminars, conferences, master classes on an all-Russian and international scale.