CRR expands music education in Gard and Vaucluse

The Conservatoire de Région de Provence (CRR) is expanding its music education programs across several locations in the Gard and Vaucluse departments, including Avignon, Pontet, Morières-lès-Avignon, Rochefort-du-Gard, Saze, and Pujaut. This expansion aims to provide more opportunities for students interested in various musical disciplines.

Openings for music teachers in Rochefort-du-Gard

At the Rochefort-du-Gard site, positions remain to be filled in flute, piano, guitar, trumpet, percussion, drums, cello, violin, saxophone, and double bass. These roles include music awakening for middle and upper sections of kindergarten, music initiation for first graders, and choir for children aged 8-11.

CRR has 150 teachers including 15 new additions

The Conservatory has 150 teachers, including 15 new ones this year. Its director, Mikaël Le Padan, states he wants to "reach as wide an audience as possible" and transform the educational offer to better reflect the diversity of artistic aesthetics.

Two concerts planned in Rochefort-du-Gard

Two concerts will take place in the chapel of Castelas in Rochefort-du-Gard. The first is the Christmas concert of the guitar orchestra of the site, on Wednesday, December 9 at 6:30 p.m., under the direction of Philippe Molina.

New Year concert scheduled for January 2027

The second is the New Year concert, on Wednesday, January 20, 2027 at 6:30 p.m., with the harmony orchestra and the choir of the site, directed by Thierry Amiot and Aline Vrignaud.

2026-2027 season focuses on female figures in the arts

The 2026-2027 season, titled "Inspirées," highlights female figures in the arts and includes more than 300 events dedicated to female creation, accessible free of charge, including masterclasses and conferences.

Traveling festival and new music departments

A traveling festival will echo music in eight communes of the Agglomération from May 24 to May 30, with free concerts given by artist-teachers. The Conservatory has also created a tango department, a first in the region, and a baroque orchestra.

Most events to take place in Avignon, Pontet, and Vedène

Most of the season's events will take place in Avignon, Pontet, and Vedène. Full program available here.