music / dance / drama

The ISH Music Centre

Instrument/Voice/Music lessons

International Youth Choir

International Youth Orchestra

For Further Information Contact:

Lynne Edwards, Music Centre Coordinator

The International School of The Hague and ISH Music Centre

Wijndaelerduin 1

2554 BX Den Haag

Tel 070 328 14 50 ext. 1001

ish.music@ishthehague.nl 

The International School of The Hague Music Centre

The International School is proud to be continuing in the same tradition as the 'The Cecilia International Music School' who have built up an enviable reputation as a centre of excellence for private music lessons.

Today the many concerts, Eisteddfod competition and successful examinations continuing at the ISH, all demonstrate how enjoyable and lively music can be.

Individual Instrumental Lessons

Lessons on most instruments and voice can be arranged either at school, at the teacher’s studio or (subject to availability) in your home. Lessons can begin at any time during the first two semesters of the school year.

The instrumental and vocal music teachers of ISH are carefully selected for their skill and dedication. To maintain a high standard lessons are normally individual lessons of minimally a half hour. Group lessons can be arranged in exceptional cases.

Examinations

Examinations are optional. They are available from Initial (beginners) through 8 grades to Diploma level. Both Trinity College of London and Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music examinations are available.

Trinity Guildhall College of Music and Drama, London

The International School is the Centre in The Netherlands for the external examinations of Trinity College of Music and Drama in London. The College has been offering fully accredited examinations throughout the world for over 125 years. Examinations can measure your level and progress from beginner to diploma level.

Trinity exams are for all solo instruments (from piano to drum kit), as well as for voice, music groups, public speaking, English and drama.

Theory Exams are also be available at the Music Centre.

See: www.trinitycollege.co.uk

Associated Board of Royal Schools of Music

ABRSM is the world's leading music examining board. The International School will hold ABRSM Exams during the autumn and summer semesters. See: www.abrsm.org

Concerts, ensembles and workshops

During the school year there will be many opportunities for musicians to perform together, including the 'Eisteddfod' annual music competition and the ISH Arts Festival.

The International Youth Orchestra (IYO)

Conductor: Sophie Zaaijer

The IYO is a group of young musicians, aged approximately between 11 and 18, who attend the various international schools located in and around The Hague.

The orchestra began in September 2001 as a special project by parents from these international schools.

Rehearsals take place on Wednesday evenings from 19.00 - 21.00 in the Theatre at the International School of The Hague.

The International Youth Choir (IYC)

The IYC began in September 2004.  It is aimed at giving members of the international schools, (and internationally inclined Dutch singers) between the ages of 14 and 18, a chance to sing together.

Membership is preceded by a singing audition and an interview. Singers will also undergo an annual evaluation.