BELGIUM
Edith Cnockaert, violin
Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel, Brussels
It was one of my life's goals to be accepted into the Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel, so it was an easy decision to confirm my place when I got in! It has such a rich history, with so many famous musicians having been there in the past. And the 150-year-old building is a beautiful place to study. The institution is quite small, which creates a close bond between students, teachers and administration. On a typical day at the school I have theoretical classes in the morning, eat lunch and catch up with friends, then have individual practice or other lessons. All subjects are taught at a very high level, including anything that's optional, so it gives us a very balanced musical education.