On August 22nd, the 11th "MRL International Music Festival in New York, USA" successfully concluded. The intensive curriculum, distinguished faculty, and exceptional masterclasses enabled participants to achieve remarkable progress in just two weeks. Students not only acquired advanced musical techniques and enhanced their artistic capabilities, but also gained substantial theoretical knowledge. Through interactive classroom sessions and the culminating graduation concert, they significantly improved their stage performance experience.
New York - a city of magic captivates not just through its iconic landmarks, but through the artistic charm permeating every corner. Whether it's the awe-inspiring museums, towering skyscrapers, bustling Times Square, romantic Central Park, or the dazzling nightscape from the Empire State Building, New York never ceases to amaze.
The MRL International Music Festival's curriculum is carefully designed to complement China's music education system while strictly adhering to U.S. and European conservatory standards. It focuses on:
Enhancing professional techniques
Developing stylistic interpretation
Mastering musical expression
Diverse instructional formats cater to various learning needs:
One-on-one private lessons
Masterclasses
Theoretical courses
Stage performance workshops
Participants also experience authentic U.S. conservatory life, improving English communication skills and developing comprehensive competencies for international careers.
International Master One-on-One Lessons
Our distinguished faculty employ innovative teaching methodologies to:
Delicately analyze musical techniques
Guide phrase interpretation
Cultivate emotional expression
These sessions elevate artistic skills while deepening students' understanding of music's essence.
Group Classes
Each session becomes an exploratory journey where students:
Engage in free, relaxed democratic discussions
Maximize learning potential through interaction
Reinforce knowledge through collaborative exchange
Expert Evaluation
Multiple master teachers provide professional assessments focusing on:
Musical expression
Interpretation
Talent demonstration
Technical accuracy
Performance skills
Graduation Concert
Performers are selected by festival faculty based on:
Overall progress observation
Performance in specialty concerts
Demonstrated artistic growth
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| Terrence Mann, Broadway Master Teacher (Les Misérables: Javert) | Diana Heldman, Professor of Musical Theatre, New York University Steinhardt | Liz Callaway, American Actress/Singer/ Recording Artist | Darrell Babidge, Chair of Voice Department, The Juilliard School | Cynthia Hoffman, Former Chair of Voice Department, The Juilliard School |
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| Joan Patenaude-Yarnell, Professor of Voice, Curtis Institute of Music | Ernesto Barletta, Professor of Piano, The Juilliard School | Mark Silverman, Chair of Piano Department, Manhattan School of Music | Alexander Korsantia, Professor of Piano, New England Conservatory | Frank Huang, Professor of Violin, The Juilliard School |
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| Gary Hoffman, Professor of Cello, Curtis Institute of Music | Marion Feldman, Professor of Cello, Manhattan School of Music | Danielle Goldman, Professor of Dance, The New School | Neil Greenberg, Professor of Dance, The New School | Seán Curran, Chair of Dance Department, New York University Tisch School of the Arts |
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| Betsy Burleigh, Professor of Choral Conducting, Indiana University Jacobs School of Music | Jeffrey Douma, Professor of Choral Conducting, Yale School of Music |