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Conservatoire du Nord
		
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	A rich and varied range of courses


The Conservatoire du Nord has been nurturing and inspiring the talents of tomorrow for nearly 25 years with a wide range of musical, dance and theatre courses.

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Who we are
                  
				
## Conservatoire du Nord
                  
				
### An artistic tuition centre with deep historical roots

The **Conservatoire du Nord (CNord)**, based in Diekirch and Ettelbruck, arose from the merger of two local music schools dating back to the **19th century**.

- The first music school **in Ettelbruck** was founded in **1854**, and flourished under Philipp Manternach from **1881** onwards, before consolidating its position over the course of the 20th century under Emile Feltgen and Marc Jacoby.
- A school was established in Diekirch in **1893** under the aegis of Pierre Olinger, and saw significant developments under Eugène Klein (1913-1930) and Jos Kinzé (1951).
- A law passed in 1998 harmonising municipal music teaching paved the way for their merger. The towns of Diekirch and Ettelbruck established an **inter-communal association** in **2002**, and the school officially adopted the name **Conservatoire de Musique du Nord** on **1 January 2003**. Ever since, CNord has continued to evolve and enrich regional cultural life, initially under the direction of **Marc Jacoby**, followed by **Adrien Théato** and **Sébastien Duguet**.

### A centre of artistic excellence serving the Nordstad area

Based at sites in Diekirch and Ettelbruck, CNord caters to around **1,600 students, supervised by [70 teachers](/about-us/our-team/)**, while also collaborating with neighbouring municipalities where local courses are provided.

    

Management of the Conservatoire du Nord
                  
				
## The inter-municipal association of the towns of Diekirch and Ettelbruck
                  
				
By Grand Ducal decree of 5 July 2002, the towns of Diekirch and Ettelbruck created an intermunicipal association for the organisation and management of a joint music school.

Following the ministerial decree of 20 December 2002, issued by the Minister for Culture, Erna Hennicot-Schoepges, this institution has been known as the ‘CONSERVATOIRE DU NORD’ since 1 January 2003.

For several years, the Conservatoire du Nord has been working closely with neighbouring municipalities, and local courses are organised in Bissen, Erpeldange-sur-Sûre, Medernach and Schieren.

Since 20 October 2023, the inter-municipal association has been composed as follows:  
**Jean-Paul Schaaf**, President, Deputy Mayor of Ettelbruck  
**Robert Bohnert**, Vice-President, Councillor for the town of Diekirch  
**Lynn Ries**, Member of the Bureau, Councillor for the town of Ettelbruck  
**Paul Bonert**, Member of the Bureau, Deputy Mayor of the town of Diekirch  
**Jean-Pierre Gutenkauf**, Member of the Committee, Councillor for the town of Ettelbruck  
**Nico Hertz**, Member of the Committee, Councillor for the town of Diekirch

    

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## A comprehensive programme of courses
                  
				
The Conservatoire covers a wide range of disciplines:

- [**Instrumental and vocal lessons:**](/music/) early, classical and modern music
- [**Dance and physical expression:**](/dance/) classical, jazz and contemporary dance
- **[Theatre](/theatre-and-the-spoken-arts/)**
- **[Musical culture](/music/)**
- **Ensembles and group activities:** symphony orchestra, vocal and instrumental ensembles, modern music bands, chamber music

    

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## Varied courses suitable for all ages
                  
				
- **[Early learning programme (ages 4-7)](/music/#/music/musical-culture/39677/):** artistic discovery through games, movement and voice.
- [**Chouerschoul**:](/music/#/music/musical-culture/39734/)a course dedicated to choral singing
- **Adult learning**: teaching tailored to the special requirements of adult students.

    

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## An indispensable cultural player
                  
				The Conservatoire du Nord does more than just teaching: it also plays a key cultural role in the region, staging [**concerts, shows and auditions**](/events/) throughout the year that showcase students, teachers and guest artists.