During the recent open day at Conservatorium Maastricht on 25 January 2025, the institution not only welcomed prospective students but also the press, De Limburger. The resulting article, written by journalist Jeroen Geerts, highlights the unique qualities of the conservatoire, such as its personal approach and the creative exchange between students and lecturers.
The open day provided an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at both the classical and jazz departments. Irja Zeper, head of the jazz department, emphasized how the boundaries between musical genres are increasingly blurring. “The days of musicians working in isolation in their attics are long gone,” she stated. The conservatoire fosters an open attitude and celebrates cultural diversity, offering plenty of opportunities for personal input and innovative projects, which fuel creativity.
Jeroen Geerts describes how the conservatoire attracts international students, drawn by renowned faculty members and its broad musical offerings. Since 1 January, Arjen Hosper has taken on the role of director of both the Toneelacademie Maastricht and Conservatorium Maastricht. He emphasized the important role of art in fostering creative thinking, inspiring hope, and building connections in an increasingly individualistic and anxious world.
The full article, titled ‘Muziek geeft hoop en verbindt in een individualistische en angstige wereld (Music gives hope and connects in an individualistic world)’, was published in De Limburger and offers an inspiring insight into Conservatorium Maastricht’s vision. You can read the complete article here.
