CAROUSEL CLARINET MASTERCLASS 2025

CAROUSEL CLARINET MASTERCLASS 2025

What?
Public masterclasses for clarinet with Annelien Van Wauwe
& daily yoga for musicians with Lars Björn Mathiesen (Yogaroom Brussels)

A co-production of Muziekcentrum Track Kortrijk

For whom?
Instrumentalists aged 16 to 30 (selection via video) 

When?
August 24 - 30th, 2025

Where?
Kortrijk, Belgium (Conservatorium & Muziekcentrum Track)

How? 
Apply & upload your video HERE

Until?
Early bird deadline: April 15th 2025
Final application deadline: July 1st 2025

(Be aware that accommodation in ‘Hostel Groeninghe’ might only be available for applications received until June 1st.
You might need to have a look into the other accommodation options listed on our website in case the hostel cannot accept your reservation anymore.)

€
Early-bird fee: 540,00 €
Fee After April 15th: 590,00 €
Optional piano accompaniment: 100,00 € * (1 rehearsal, 1 masterclass and 1 appearance in concert)

Payment
Bank transfer via
CAROUSEL CHAMBER MUSIC ENSEMBLE
IBAN: BE79 7340 6401 2733 
KBC Bank

Description: masterclass + first & last name + piano / no piano

For what?
- 3 individual solo masterclasses
- optional: one masterclass out of 3 with piano accompaniment + a rehearsal & performance on Sa. 30/08 11am with a piano-coach (*)
- chamber music & solo repertoire jam-session on Thu. 28/08 at 8pm at Muziekcafé Hof
- appearance in public concert (* piano accompaniment optional) on Sa. 30/08 11am
- 10 yoga classes ‘yoga for musicians’ from 25-29/08
- 6 vegetarian lunches (24 - 29/08) from Dots & Bullets

Please note that the participation fee for the yoga classes is included in the masterclass fee.
It is totally up to you to see whether you would like to give the classes a try or not.

Accommodation?
Suggestion 1:
’Hostel Groenighe’

All rooms have a private bath- and restroom.
Prizes include breakfast and bed sheets. Towels are for rent for 1,50 €.
Shampoo and shower gel are provided in the rooms.

Single room, 1 bed in private room / 63,45 € per night per person
Twin room, 2 single beds / €38,40 per person x2 = €76,80/night
Multi-bed room, 4-6 beds/ €33,30 per night per person

Make your reservation on your own or together with other students from your course via email kortrijk@hiflanders.be after having received a confirmation of your participation.

Payment of 50% mandatory
Mention #CAROUSEL in your email to the youth hostel.
And list
- names
- addresses
- phone numbers
of all guests per room 
- room type (single, twin, multi-bed)

Please be aware that there is no communal kitchen available in the hostel. We have a microwave available that you can use, but only during the opening hours of the hostel.

More suggestions:
Homey Kortrijk Studios
Nevejan Appartments
Book your accommodation via booking.com or airbnb

Questions?
Reach out for us via carouselmasterclasses@gmail.com

Hoping to meet you soon. 

CAROUSEL (Annelien)

Partner:
Conservatorium Kortrijk
Co-production partner:
Muziekcentrum Track 

TEACHERS:

Clarinet: Annelien Van Wauwe (Royal Conservatoire the Hague)
Piano coaching: Oana Zamfir-Cocea (Royal Conservatoire Antwerp)

Yoga for musicians:
Lars Björn Mathiesen: http://yoga-room.be

Lars’ Bio:

Yoga found Lars in 1999 while living in Toronto and he loved the clarity, focus and vitality of the practice.  Adventure called and Lars found himself living in Taiwan. In 2009 he began teaching classes. A passionate student, Lars has completed 700 hours of training and attends workshops on a regular basis with a keene interest in anatomy, alignment and therapy.  His non-dogmatic approach to teaching includes: injury prevention and management; finding a smart balance between strengthening and creating space; and an encouraging, challenging and light hearted class environment in a variety of styles of yoga practice.  His motto: discover with curiosity, learn with passion and be focussed but not serious.  

Yoga class description:

Yoga practices to invigorate your body and mind and help you as a musician! Join us for 9 yoga classes, taking place in the mornings and evenings. The morning sessions will be a fusion of different yoga styles and meditations aimed at awakening your body and clearing your mind for a fresh start to the day.

In the evening classes, we will focus on yoga poses and techniques that target the neck, shoulders, and arms to release tension and stress from the upper body. We will also delve into the mechanics of breathing to help you develop a deeper and more refined control of the breath.

Each class will last for 60 minutes. Classes are suitable for all levels of practitioners from beginner to experienced yogis. Nick and Lars will guide you through each practice, providing modifications and adjustments to ensure your safety and comfort throughout the session.

Practical notes: wear clothing that allows for movement. Shorts or leggings and a t-shirt are recommended. For morning sessions, it’s best to eat breakfast after practice.