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2016 - 2017
IMEP • Paris College of Music
67 rue de Paris – 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt
117 rue de la Croix Nivert – 75015 Paris
www.imep.pro
mail: [email protected]
phone: +33 (0)1 4604 9087
Private post-secondary music school
Partner: American Modern Music Publications, London
January 2016 Edition
INTRODUCTION
IMEP • Paris College of Music is a private music school with a university level curriculum, preparing students
for a career in music at an international level.
SCHOOL OF JAZZ AND CONTEMPORARY MUSIC IN PARIS
Renowned as one of the best jazz and contemporary music schools in Paris, IMEP • Paris College of Music is
taking advantage of the 30 years’ experience of its teaching staff to create new generations of performers,
composers, arrangers and other music professionals, whose careers will be successful both in France and
abroad.
Founded in 2011, IMEP offers high quality academic teaching, inspired by tried and tested methods and
teaching aids, and consistently enriched by the multinational teaching staff. Our students come from all
parts of the world (USA, Europe, Africa, Asia, Russia, Latin America, the Middle-East) and this creates a
hotbed of different cultures, talents and opportunities for our students.
3 TRAINING PROGRAMS
Whether you want to become a professional musician or create music for personal pleasure, IMEP • Paris
College of Music will help you reach your goals by putting its experience to work for you. The music school
offers three training programs to adapt to your needs, musical aptitude and availability: Open Program,
Professional Program and Junior Program.
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ADMISSION
This brochure can be uploaded from our website www.imep.pro. You can fill out our online registration form
for an entry evaluation through which you will inform us of your evaluation request (without any
commitment on your part) and choose among the dates offered. In case of a malfunction or technical
problems, please contact the school secretary at +33 (0)1 46 04 90 87. For further information, please
contact the school directly.
EVALUATION
This allows us to determine your entry level and your expectations at IMEP, in order to offer a placement in
accordance with your request, your level, and your schedule.Three main criteria will be examined:
1. General knowledge of music : Written examination on intervals, scales and chords.
2. Instrumental level : Audition with one piece at your choice, one or more pieces to be interpreted
upon request from the evaluation committee.
3. Solfege : Rhythm, Sight singing and musical dictation.
4. Interview with the cycle professors : your motivations, expectations, and time available.
PRE-REGISTRATION
After confirming your eligibility, you will be invited to pre-register in order to reserve your place until final
registration. Certification of your eligibility at IMEP allows you to organize your schedule for the upcoming
year smoothly. Students who wish to pre-register must pay a deposit in the amount of €750. Pre-registration
is non-refundable, except for applicants pre-registered for the preparatory class who fail the Baccalaureate
(upon presentation of a receipt) and deduction of administrative fees of €75.
FINAL REGISTRATION
This takes place in September by appointment with the secretary before classes begin.
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REGISTRATION SCHEDULE AND RATES
School Year 2016-2017
Evaluations and Pre-registration: from April to July, by appointment.
Final registration: September 2016, students will be informed by mail of the actual dates.
RATES 2016-2017 (indicative as January 2016), excluding optional elective courses.
Enrollment is valid for one whole school year. There will be no refunding, for any reason.
Following rates include course material and registration fee.
Professionnal Program
Pro program Year I (10 hours per week)
3 450 euros per year
Pro program Year II (9 hours per week)
3 250 euros per year
Pro program Year III (8 hours per week)
3 090 euros per year
Pro program Years IV & V (8 hours per week)
3 050 euros per year
Open Program
Preparatory Year (for the Pro Program
2 995 euros per year
Open program Year I
2 150 euros per year
Open program Year II
2 200 euros per year
Open program Year III
2 250 euros per year
Junior Program
Instrument collective lessons (1 hour per week)
780 euros per year
Instrument individual lesson (45 minutes per week)
950 euros per year
Musical training (1hour per week)
450 euros per year
Note: Applicable conditions for admission, including prices, are those in effect on the date of the candidate’s registration.
Updates on fees and conditions are available on our website.
Only the full payment of tuition fees validates registration and access to classes. In addition, enrollment in
the International Music Educators of Paris automatically implies full acceptance of the admission
requirements and of the school regulations contained in the brochure and the website.
In order to facilitate your financial management, it is possible to pay the annual tuition fees in several
checks issued on the day of registration, and cashed in the beginning of July, October, November and
December. For students who choose a bank transfer or cash payment, total fees must be paid on the day of
final registration in order to validate their registration.
For students who choose Pre-Registration (April-June), for the school year that begins in early October, a
down payment of 750€ is required (to be made by check or bank transfer) when the candidate is accepted
in the school. The candidate’s place is thus reserved until the day scheduled for final registration. After this
date, the school reserves the right to assign unconfirmed pre-registrations to other candidates on the
waiting list, without reimbursement.
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PROFESSIONNAL PROGRAM COURSE SCHEDULE
FIRST YEAR: (10 HOURS OF CLASS PER WEEK)
1. Instrumental course 1 hour
2. Instrumental ensemble 2 hours
3. Instrumental sight-reading 2 hours
4. Musical culture – Introduction to Computer-Assisted Music 1 hour
5. Harmony – Introduction to arrangement 2 hours
6. Solfege – Rhythm – Ear training 2 hours
SECOND YEAR: (9 HOURS OF CLASS PER WEEK)
1.Repertoire workshops – Improvisation 3 hours
2. Instrumental sight-reading 2 hours
3. Harmony 2 hours
4. Solfege – Rhythm – Ear training 2 hours
THIRD YEAR: (8 HOURS OF CLASS PER WEEK)
1.Repertoire workshops – Improvisation 2 hours
2. Harmony 2 hours
3. Arrangement – Orchestration 2 hours
4. Solfege – Rhythm – Ear training 2 hours
FOURTH YEAR: (8 HOURS OF CLASS PER WEEK)
1.Stage workshop 2 hours
2. Modern Jazz harmony 2 hours
3. Arrangement – Orchestration 2 hours
4. Solfege – Rhythm – Ear training 2 hours
FIFTH YEAR: (8 HOURS OF CLASS PER WEEK)
1. Stage workshop 2 hours
2. Composition – Contemporary music 4 hours
3. Arrangement – Orchestration large ensembles – Orchestral conducting 2 hours
4. Unlimited listener access to Big Band and Project development
PROPOSED SEQUENCES:
- Three-year cycle leading to the 1st Program Diploma
- Five-year cycle leading to the IMEP Paris College of Music Diploma
- Entry audition determines the year in which a student is admitted.
- A preparatory class to enter the Pro Program is offered to any applicant whose level is deemed insufficient
to begin in the first year program
See conditions on page 10
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OPEN PROGRAM COURSE SCHEDULE
OPEN PROGRAM (CL1, CL2, CL3)
The Preparatory cycle is open to musicians of all levels with the perspective of perfecting themselves in the
practice of improvisation, arrangement or composition. Whether they come from high school, university or
the professional world, this course provides a solid musical training. CL1 and CL2 are also designed to
prepare students to enter the specialized cycle; candidates will be admitted in one or the other section
according to their skill and level, upon decision of the jury.
• CL1: 4 hours ½ per week
- Introduction to harmony and music theory (2h per week)
- Reading / Improvisation (1 hour ½ per week)
- Instrumental course (30 half-hour lessons or 15 one-hour lessons)
Teacher: DOMINIQUE ASSIÉ
• CL2: 4 hours ½ per week, nights
- Harmony / Composition and music theory (2 hours per week)
- Improvisation workshop (2 hours per week)
- Instrumental course (30 half-hour lessons or 15 one-hour lessons)
Teacher: DAMIEN ROPARS
• CL3: 4 hours ½ per week, nights
- Harmony / Composition and music theory (2 hours per week)
- Improvisation workshop (2 hours per week)
- Instrumental course (30 half-hour lessons or 15 one-hour lessons
Teacher: DAMIEN ROPARS
ADDITIONAL MODULE (OPTIONAL):
Instrumental sight-reading (30 half-hour lessons or 15 hour-long sessions)
For this program, regardless of which year you are registered, we offer an additional module in instrumental
sight-reading. This reading course, added to the three other learning domains, allows you to be more
comfortable and save time mastering the repertoire addressed in the Orchestra Workshop.
PREPARATION CLASS FOR THE PRO PROGRAM (8 HOURS PER WEEK)
This class has a shared block corresponding to the schedule for years CL1 and CL2, to which some specific
training modules are added to prepare students for access to the first year of the professional cycle (Pro
Program).
SHARED BLOCK
- Harmony and Solfege (2 hours per week)
- Orchestra Workshop (2 hours per week)
- Instrument Course (30 half-hour lessons or 15 hour-long sessions)
SPECIFIC TRAINING MODULES (MANDATORY)
- Instrumental Sight-reading (1 ½ hours per week)
- Computer-Assisted Music (1 hour per week)
- 2nd instrument (1 hour per week)
OPTIONAL MODULE (1 HOUR PER WEEK)
Rhythm support
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JUNIOR PROGRAM
Since September 2014, IMEP opens its doors to young musicians from the age of 9 and provides
instrument lessons specially designed for them. Available instruments are: guitar, keyboards, bass guitar,
drums, saxophone and traverse flute. Courses take place on Saturdays, during the schoolyear:
• Collective lessons (group of 3 students maximum): 1 hour per week
• Individual lessons: 45 minutes or 1 hour per week
Musical training:
photo Damien Ropars
photo Damien Ropars
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ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
Diploma or Certificate
5th year
Senior 2
4th year
Senior 1
Admission upon instrumental audition
1st cycle Degree
3rd year
2nd year
Professional prog.
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Op 2
Open
Program 1
ENTRANCE
Preparatory year
EVALUATION
Or Open program
Open program
1st year
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SCHOLASTIC WORK LOAD AND ORGANIZATION
Individual practice and study
Personal work load for students enrolled in the complete program of study can be estimated at three to
four hours of instrumental practice plus two or three hours of written homework per day. Students must
organize their schedule accordingly.
Homework
One assignment per class due at the following session.
Mid-term exams, final exams, projects
Our school runs on a trimester system, therefore mid-term and final exams take place every five to six
weeks. There are three trimesters in the school year.
Exams and projects are evaluated and returned to the student for perusal.
Grade reports and year-end decision
At the end of each trimester, a grade report is sent by post to the student.
The grade report for the last trimester of the school year contains a decision concerning passage, classes
that will need to be repeated, or exclusion from further study.
Passage
The average grade of 12/20 and a complete portfolio are required, as well as an instrumental level
considered to be sufficient (evaluation at the end of the first year, audition at the end of third year). The
number of absences allowed should not be exceeded.
Repetition of classes
Provides an opportunity to redo all or part of the classes in a given school year. Repetition may be granted
upon request, and depending on availability. It is only possible to repeat once.
Exclusion
May be applied in the case of insufficient results obtained during repetition of a course, or in flagrant cases
of insufficient work, or non-compliance with the school rules.
Pedagogical material
Most academic supplies (course material, homework, and exercise sheets) at the International Music
Educators of Paris are included in the fees for each school year and are directly supplied to each student.
These materials are rigorously protected by copyright laws and may not be distributed or exploited in any
manner whatsoever.
Instrumental exams and juries
Students will demonstrate their instrumental progress at regular intervals. This may occur during concerts
that are organized several times a year by IMEP in a Parisian jazz club, or during instrumental juries in
front of members of the teaching staff. Such juries will be graded and are open to fellow students and the
public. They are designed to help the student become accustomed to performing in a group setting in front
of an attentive audience.
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DIPLOMA
Attesting to a complete musical program of study, the Diploma of the International Music Educators of
Paris (*) is delivered to students who have successfully completed one the complete cycle of study.
Diploma candidates are subject to the following requirements:
- having obtained a cumulative annual grade average in all projects, theoretic exams, and instrumental
performances equaling or surpassing 12/20;
- having passed successfully all exams and completed all required projects during the years of scholarship;
- demonstrating proficiency on their instrument in front of a jury.
Each year, the diploma ceremony is presided by a renowned Jazz musician.
(*) IMEP’s diploma is not officially recognized by the French administration
CERTIFICATES
• End of Studies Certificate
Students who have completed the professional program of study (Elementary 1 to Superior 2) but do not
show the results required for the diploma may obtain a certificate attesting to their completion of the
program of study. Certificate candidates will need to have obtained a cumulative annual grade average of
no less than 10/20 in each non-elective discipline.
• End of Cycle Certificate
Students who have completed the specialized program of study (Elementary 1 to Intermediate) are entitled
to request an End of Cycle Certificate. Certificate candidates will need to have obtained a cumulative
annual grade average during the 3rd year of no less than 12/20 in each non-elective discipline. Such
Certificate will not be delivered if requested later than two years after student’s departure from the school.
FURTHER STUDIES IN THE USA
IMEP is an academic institution with an international dimension. Some of our students continue their musical
studies in the United States and succeed in making a career in music overseas. The US government allows a
non-US citizen after obtaining a Bachelor of Music degree to remain in the United States for a certain
amount of time to gain professional experience after graduation (practical training). The stay can be
extended when economic activity is created.
Admission to an American university is a process than can take anywhere from 5 to 8 months. The whole
procedure can involve: scholarship and financial aid requests, formalizing the application, translation and
transfer of grade reports and academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, English language tests or
equivalencies, and immigration formalities. Help and information about these procedures may be obtained
from our secretary at the IMEP office.
Some of the universities often chosen by our students for further study are: The New School for Jazz and
Contemporary
Music
(New
York),
Berklee
College
of
Music
(Boston)…
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GENERAL INFORMATION
School year calendar
Classes start at the end of September or beginning of October.
Each trimester is approximately 10 weeks long.
School holidays roughly follow the French school vacations for Paris: 1 or 2 weeks in November, 2 weeks
for Christmas, 2-week winter break in February, 2-week spring break in April.
The school year calendar is posted on the school’s website: www.imep.pro.
Documentation and information services:
- information by telephone (+33(0)1 46 04 90 87);
- school catalogue available in print or on-line;
- consultations in person (by appointment only);
- certificates, attestations and administrative or scholastic advice.
All teachers provide individual contact hours for students. They are announced at the beginning of each
school year.
Information hours
A telephone information service is open during the school year on weekdays from 11am to 3pm (and
closed during term breaks and summer vacation). During term breaks and summer holidays the
information services are available only by e-mail or post.
Reduced fares on public transportation
Students wishing to apply for a reduced rate on the public transport system should obtain the necessary
forms at their local train (SNCF) or metro station (RATP/Imagine-R). A copy of the school’s certificate of
matriculation should accompany the student rate request.
Continuing education
In certain cases, full-time working persons can apply for French Continuing Education Schemes by
contacting the corresponding Adult Education organization pertaining to the sector and type of previous
employment. To be taken into consideration, the dossier must be presented to the school during the third
trimester of the school year preceding the beginning of classes.
The school does not systematically accept all Continuing Education dossiers, even those validated by an
Adult Education organization. Whether a dossier is accepted depends upon criteria based on the individual
student's audition level or scholastic record and remains an exceptional procedure that is decided upon on
a case by case basis by the council of professors. Decisions by the council are irrevocable.
Attestation of studies
Students may ask for an attestation of studies (different from the diploma and certificates) no later than
five years after their departures from the school. Uncompleted years will not be taken into account.
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FOREIGN STUDENTS: PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Visa
Students who are citizens of an EU member country do not need a visa to enroll at IMEP. All others must
contact the French consulate where they reside to request the necessary information on the procedure to
obtain a student visa and Resident Card. Please note that delays required for getting a visa can be very
long.
Non-EU students
Students who are not citizens of an EU member country should choose Early Registration because of the
delays involved in applying for a visa and in finding lodgings in the greater Paris region. Each registered
student receives a Certificate of Matriculation (necessary to obtain a visa).
Language
Classes are held in French, with brief English translations available when necessary. Perfect fluency in
French is not necessary but students should have a sufficient understanding of French to be able to follow
the courses. Private lessons can be held in English or in another language common to both parties.
Payment
Payment for the total amount of tuition, pedagogic material, and registration fees is due upon registration.
All payments are to be made by check (or bank transfer) only. Bank charges that may apply to bank
transfers or checks originating in foreign countries will be at the expense of the student.
Once registration has taken place, no reimbursement is possible. The program of study is determined as a
result of the entry exam and initial audition.
Housing
The school does not provide lodging. It is necessary to have sufficient funds to live and to maintain
housing in the greater Paris region. We emphasize that finding housing in Paris can take a great deal of
time, especially for foreigners, as lodgers expect proof of important financial guarantees before agreeing to
offer a lease.
It is possible to find a “maid's room” in Paris at around 400 to 500 euros per month. Students who play
drums or wind instruments should take particular care in finding the right type of housing, in order to be
able to practice their instrument without bothering the neighbors. An apartment in the suburbs can be
more appropriate and public transportation is well-established and reasonably priced.
Working permit
Please also note that foreigners may work in France under very strict conditions depending on the country
of residence. Students who intend to work in France should anticipate and contact the French authorities in
advance.
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SCHOOL REGULATIONS
Absences
Excessive absenteeism (more than three absences during the school year) can be reason for non-passage
or exclusion from school.
In Ensemble classes no unexcused absence by any participant will be tolerated. In order to be able to
maintain a satisfactory working environment with a group’s complete instrumentation, instrumentalists who
are unable to attend are responsible for sending a substitute of similar musical aptitude.
Punctuality
Students must observe perfect punctuality in all courses and activities organized by the school. Excessive
tardiness can result in exclusion from the following school year.
Due dates for homework assignments and projects are to be observed rigorously. Non-compliance with
demanded due dates will be sanctioned by the professors.
Discipline and general behavior
The school welcomes adult musicians. Behavior disrupting the normal functioning of classes will not be
tolerated. Acts of indiscipline may result in expulsion.
Conduct
The students are expected to respect general rules of conduct concerning cleanliness and hygiene around
the school buildings, furniture and equipment.
- It is forbidden to smoke within the school and in the shared areas immediately surrounding the school
(private co-proprieties).
- Eating and drinking (excepting plain water) is not allowed in the classrooms
- Students are asked to not block access to the school or surrounding entrances and not to disturb the
neighbors with excessive noise, littering, or similar unpleasant behavior.
- Students are expected to maintain proper dress and personal hygiene in order to maintain pleasant
working conditions for students and staff.
School equipment
Students are expected to handle all professional equipment and school furnishings with proper care.
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SCHOOL FACULTY 2015 - 2016
Christopher CULPO - Pianist, Composer
The Juilliard School New York, Boston University. Studies with Charles Banacos (piano), Milton Babbitt and David del
Tredici (composition). Awards: Massachusetts Arts Lottery, New York State Council of the Arts, Harvest Works, ASCAP,
Centre Acanthes, Annette Kade Foundation, Fulbright Commission and Ministère de la Culture (France). Works
performed by Ensemble Orchestral de Paris, Longwood Symphony Boston, Guy Livingston, Koehne Quartet, FrancoAmerican Chamber Ensemble, Rayanne Dupuis and Ensemble 2e2m, Quintet of the Americas, Ensemble Aleph. CDs:
Culpo/Richard/Herbert Trio « Portrait in Black and White », « Love & Bananas Are Here » (Cristal Records).
Rick MARGITZA - Saxophone
Berklee College of Music, University of Miami, Loyola University (New Orleans). Studies with Sonny Stitt, Gerry
Niewood, Michael Brecker and David Liebman. Concerts, tours and CDs with Miles Davis, McCoy Tyner, Bobby
Hutcherson, Tony Williams, Eddie Gomez, Chick Corea, Maria Schnieder, Martial Solal and Dave Douglas. CDs:
Bohemia, Momento, Heart of Hearts, Miles Davis At Montreux 1973-1991…
Peter GIRON – Bass & Double bass
Westminster College (Princeton NJ). Studies in New York City (violin, viola and electric bass, double bass). Professor of
Jazz Studies at Conservatoire National de Région de Montpellier, France. Bassist for Charles Earland, John Purcell,
Luther Allison, Kurt Elling, Dave Leibman, Rhoda Scott, Hal Singer, Kirk Lightsey, Sarah Morrow. Concerts and tours:
USA, Europe, Asie et Afrique.
Phil HILFIKER - Saxophones
Berklee College of Music, University of New Hampshire. Studies with Bill Pierce, George Garzone, Hal Crook, Jim
Odgren, Greg Hopkins. Concerts and tours in Europe and the US with Gilfema (Lionel Loueke), Lage Lund, Lello
Molinari Trio, Brian Walkley Band, Swiss Youth Jazz Orchestra avec JerryBergonzi, Randy Brecker, Bob Berg and Adam
Nussbaum, Seacoast Big Band, Berklee Concert Jazz Orchestra.
François FICHU - Guitarist, Composer
American School of Modern Music, Conservatoire International de Musique, Médaille d’or at the Diplôme Supérieur de
Composition et Arrangement CIM. Studies with: Pierre Cullaz, Gérard Marais (Guitar), Ivan Jullien (Arrangement),
Homeiro Ribeiro de Magalhaes (choral and orchestra conducting). Guitarist for: Tony Ballester, Bobby Rangell, Alain
Debiossat (Sixun), Jean-Michel Davis, Claude Terranova, Ron Meza... Band leader and composer for the François Fichu
JAZZ GANG, 1 album, tours in France and Europe. CD’s with Una Ramos, tours in France and Europe, compositions for
ARIAM IDF, ADIAM 77 & 91, arrangements for Telepop Music, Big Bands and harmony orchestras, choral music, Retz
Editions. Former teacher at Paris VIII University.
Bernard VIDAL - Guitarist
Berklee College of Music, American School of Modern Music. Studies with: Ed Tomassi, George Garzone, Ken Pullig,
Bruce Bartlet, John Baboian et Jeronimas Kachinskas. Concerts in the US, Switzerland, Spain, Italy, Greece, Tunisia,
Egypt, Czech Republic and France. Guitarist for « Atonal », « B&B Quartet », « S’KBO », « Trio Bernard Vidal » and
« Contemp-Arabic Jazz Ensemble ». CDs: Welcome to Egypt, La Nouba Tunisienne, Malouf Malfou and Groove, (CAJE), compositions by Bernard Vidal and Alexandre Hiele (S’KBO), Bulles (Trio Bernard Vidal).
Dominique ASSIÉ – Guitarist, Guitar teacher
American School of Modern Music, School of Visual Arts (EMAP) in Nice, France. Studies with P. Cullaz, F. Fichu, P.
Giron, B. Vidal, M. O’Neil, B. Wheeler, S. Browman. Guitarist for Nicolas Stern, N’Zela, Sept Têtes, Sebastien Charluet,
Romain Nosek. Compositions and arrangements for Sébastien Charluet and Nicolas Stern. Guitarist at Studio Lab Paris
Orchestra (film scores, TV advertising, records). CDs: « Sambela » by N’Zela and « Les Anges ont des Ailes » by
Nicolas Stern.
Sylvain BELLEGARDE - Singer, Singing teacher
University of Montreal, Laval University, Quebec. Studies (vocals and jazz) with Michel Donato, Pierre Lessard, Gabriel
Hamel, Madelaine Thérieault. Singer with the Voice Messengers. CD « Autumn Light » was nominated for « jazz disc of
the year » for Victoires de la Musique. First prize in the « Jazz Academy » Selection « Favorite » Jazz in FIP. Concerts
at jazz festivals in Canada and Europe.
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Ramon FOSSATI - Trombonist, Trombone teacher
Conservatory of Music of Barcelona, Municipal Conservatory of Badalona, Aula de Música Moderna i Jazz de Barcelona.
Centre d’Information Musicale Paris. Higher Diploma in Music, specializing in Jazz, at the School of Music of Catalonia
(ESMUC). Studies with Ivan Jullien, Claudio Roditi, Dick Oatts, Benny Golson, Guy Figlionlos. Tours in France, Europe
with Frank Wess, Nicholas Payton, Wild Bill Davis, Teddy Edwards, Liz McComb, Jan Harrington, Patrick Artero, Damon
Brown, Ronald Baker, Ignasi Terraza, Barcelona Jazz Orchestra, Jean-Pierre Derouard Big Band. Cds with ParisBarcelona Swing Connection, Frank Wess meets Paris-Barcelona, Pierre Esteve, Antoine Sahler, Ramon Fossati & Toni
Sola with Ignasi Terraza Trio, Ramon Fossati Sextet.
Guillaume GROSSO – Saxophonist / Flutist
American School of Modern Music. Composer et arranger for Zarbituric, Fizcus, Blasting Box. Cds and tours in Europe,
Asia and Africa with Zarbituric, Fizcus, Blasting Box, FMR Brass Band, Joke, Jeff Joseph and Grammacks, Afro beat no
limit with Anergy, Dele Sosimi and Tony Allen, Kiala (former musicians for Fela Kuti), Balbazar, Balaphonics, the ORA
Jazz Big Band.
Guy von GAUDECKER – Pianist
Classical music studies at Conservatory, Louis Lumière School (sound engineer diploma), American School of Modern
Music. Teaches piano and jazz harmony since 1994, particularly at the American School of Modern Music. Studies and
master classes with: Herbie Hancock, John Scofield, Michel Pettruciani, Yaron Herman, Steve Browman, Joe Makholm,
Manuel Rocheman… Piano / keyboards / arranger / composer for Dika Sunradio, All Set, Vibes, Soul Agency, Hot Bob,
Soul G & Tony Match... Composer / director for various advertisements.
Ron MEZA – Trumpeter
As a trumpeter, Ron has accompanied such renowned musicians as Joe Zawinul, Carlos Santana, John Lee Hooker Jr.,
Jerome Richardson, Barbara Morrison, Donald Byrd, Bennie Maupin, Lester Bowie, Bill Watrous, Frank Wess, Teddy
Edwards, Branford Marsallis, Wayne Shorter, Woody James, Harold Land, Buddy Childers, Kim Richmond, Harry Kim,
Ernie Andrews, Luis Bonilla, Al Porcino, Joe Roccisano, Glenn Ferris, Billy Mitchell, Chuck Flores, Gary Herbig, Willy
DeVille, Scott Whitfield, Wally Badarou, Percy Sledge, The Mills Brothers The Four Tops, The Temptations, Gina
Eckstine, The Lennon Sisters, The Mills Brothers, Isaac Hayes & Carlinhos Brown.
Manuel ROCHEMAN - Pianist
C.N.R Paris with Alberto Neuman. Jazz avec Michel Sardaby and Martial Solal. Boris Vian Prize from Académie du Jazz
for his debut album « Urban Trio » en 1991. Django d’Or for his second album « White Keys » en 1992. Django
Reinhardt Prize from Académie du Jazz en 1998. Professor of jazz piano at Conservatoire Nadia et Lili Boulanger Paris
9ème, Assistant Professor at CMDL – Didier Lockwood Music Center. Concerts, tours and CDs: Anthony Ortega, George
Mraz, Al Foster, Peter Erskine, Vladimir Cosma, Patrice Caratini, Eddie Henderson, Kyle Eastwood, Jean-Luc Ponty,
Olivier Ker Ourio, Dusko Goykovich, Johnny Griffin, Teddy Edwards, Vincent Herring, Victor Lewis, Terrell Stafford,
Peter King, Aldo Romano, Bill Mobley, Mingus Big Band, Rich Perry, Didier Lockwood, Sara Lazarus Eddie Gomez, Scott
Colley Antonio Sanchez, Rick Margitza, Adam Nussbaum, Rosario Giulani, Chuck Israels, Toninho Horta.
Damien ROPARS - Bassist, Bass & Upright bass teacher
American School of Modern Music, Versailles University, Conservatoire Maurice Ravel Paris. Studies with Peter Giron,
Marc Buronfosse (bass and double bass), François Fichu, Bernard Vidal, (guitar), Lionel Arnaud (composition), Philippe
Goehrs (direction). Bassist for Ben Vanhove Trio, Kirill Zaborov Trio, Rain Dogs, MC Big Band, Quidams. Festivals,
concerts et tours. Compositions, arrangements, scores for documentary and short movies.
Tony SABA – Drummer
Drum schools: Daniel Pichon, France Percussion. Private lessons with Daniel Pichon, Steve Carbonara, Norbert
Pfammatter, Christophe Marguet... Studies at the American School of Modern Music. Workshops: International
Association of Schools of Jazz (IASJ 1992), Jazz Masters in Monaco (1992), Berklee International Network(BIN)at
Berklee College of Music(2004). Concerts or recordings for: Bernard Vidal, François Fichu, Peter Giron, Phil Hilfiker,
Alexandre Astier, Michael Cheret, Stéphane Guillaume, Rick Margitza, Tony Saba Trio... Tours, concerts and recordings
in jazz and and commercial music. Drum teacher at France Percussion Studio (from 1994 to 2003).
Caroline SAUTET – Pianist
Graduated from American School of Modern Music, piano studies with Steve Browman, Joe Makholm and Olivier Léger
(CNR of Cergy). DUMI. Jazz quartets. Performer and arranger for Murielle Rivemale. Jazz and contemporary music
projects in public schools. Jazz piano teacher since 1996.
Alex STUART – Guitarist
Graduated in jazz from Australian National University. In July 2011, the “Alex Stuart Quartet Around” was elected
“Révélation 2011 de Jazz à Juan” and won the “Grand Prix du Jury”. In 2013, Stuart was nominated for the prestigious
Freedman Fellowship (best young talents of Australian Jazz). Stuart plays and has played with Groove Stance, Alula,
Black Sesame, Tulika Srivastava, Alex Stuart/Warren Walker Band, NewElectroSoulSession, TANG!, Abakuya, Guillaume
Perret, Jérome Regard, Moira Conrath, Julien Wilson, Brice Wassy, Bruno Angelini, Munir Hossn, Remi Vignolo, Luc
Isenmann,
Miroslav
Bukovsky,
Eric
Ajaye,
Chris
Cody,
Dave
Panichi
and
Alex
Jacquemin.
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ELECTIVES (OPTIONAL)
Description and Prices 2015 - 2016
The following courses are generally private instrumental lessons, taught by teachers from among the school faculty.
They are reserved primarily for students inscribed in a course of study at IMEP, or for those who want to integrate the
full course of study in the future. These instrumental courses, even if they are referred to as “electives”, are an
important part of the study program as they provide the skills required to progress in our curriculum. They are to be
systematically included in any serious student’s program of study, at the very least during the first two years at school.
They can therefore be imposed upon admission at the school or on demand of the council of professors in case of
proven difficulties in the school curriculum.
The fees for theses optional courses are not included in the price of the school year.
Prices for private instrument lessons may be obtained directly from the teacher.
PIANO – Private lessons
Teacher: Christopher Culpo
Technical support (voice set – voicing) and improvisation. Intensive and methodical program.
GUITAR – Private lessons
Teachers: Bernard Vidal | Dominique Assié
Technique, Improvisation, Accompaniment. Study of styles on recordings. Working together as a duo and
with rhythm section.
UPRIGHT BASS & BASS – Private lessons
Teacher: Peter Giron | Assistant teacher: Damien Ropars
Technique, arpeggios, scales and modes, Walking Bass, Chorus and Analysis, Groove, Improvisation.
DRUMS – Private lessons
Teacher: Tony Saba
Basic technique, Studies of independence, Reading. Ethnic rhythm and compound meters.
SINGING – Private lessons
Teacher: Sylvain Bellegarde
Voice technique, Analysis and chords recognition, Be-bop modes and lines. Repertoire: construction,
phrasing and improvisation.
SAXOPHONE – Private lessons
Teachers: Phil Hilfiker | Guillaume Grosso
Technique (scales, arpeggios and modes). Repertoire and Improvisation, Transposition. Phrasing and
Articulation. Reading and transcripts.
TRUMPET – Private lessons
Teacher: Ron Meza
Technique (scales, arpeggios and modes). Repertoire and Improvisation, Transposition. Phrasing and
Articulation. Reading and transcripts.
TROMBONE – Private lessons
Teacher: Ramon Fossati
Technique (scales, arpeggios and modes). Repertoire and Improvisation, Transposition. Phrasing and
Articulation. Reading and transcripts.
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BIG BAND – Jazz orchestra
Teachers: François Fichu | Phil Hilfiker
Section work: articulation, phrasing and jazz interpretation, reading. Direction and rehearsal techniques for
large ensembles. 2 to 4 public performances per year.
PRICE: 336 to 672 euros per school year (depending on options)
GUITAR – Collective course
Teacher: Dominique Assié
Two hours per week. The student is placed in a position to play with a rhythm section. Admission upon
audition.
PRICE: 300 euros per trimester
DRUMS FOR NON-DRUMMERS – Collective course (for students registered in a cycle of study)
Teacher: Tony Saba
One hour per week. Initiation to basis and rhythms, work on tempo and coordination, rhythmic reading
and style analysis, composition of a drum score.
PRICE: 250 euros per school year
CHORAL WORK – Collective course
Teacher: Sylvain Bellegarde
Studying of five arrangements per trimester, concert at the end of the school year. Work on understanding
jazz harmony, improvement of music reading (2 hours per week).
PRICE: 200 euros per school year
IMPROVISATION – Collective course
Teachers: Bernard Vidal | Tony Saba
This course is designed to strengthen the student’s improvisational approach through a variety of
techniques and exercises. A well-structured method utilizing standard jazz progressions is established in an
ensemble setting. The student will acquire the tools necessary to assist in realizing long term goals
concerning improvisation in jazz. Open to all students.
PRICE: 370 euros maximum for two trimesters (depending on number of students)
BAND WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS/JUNIORS – Collective course
Teacher: Guillaume Grosso
Modern Jazz Workshop (1h30 per week, evenings) in a rehearsal studio in Paris. 2 concerts and recordings
of the set in live and studio situations.
PRICE: 550 euros per school year
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WHO WE ARE
International Music Educators of Paris SARL, 67 rue de Paris 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt. SIRET
48342252300017, 483422523 RCS Nanterre code NAF 8552Z Cultural education.
Private Post-Graduate Institute, registered with the Rectorat de l’Académie de Versailles, n° 0922725M.
Created by four long-time principal teachers of the American School of Modern Music, International Music
Educators of Paris's self-declared mission is to maintain its educational mission at the highest level, and to
create a broad network of partnerships with national and international musical institutions.
American School of Modern Music ® cultural education, trademark registered in 1990. 117 rue de la
Croix Nivert 75015 Paris, declared on 28/11/1981. 67 rue de Paris 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt, declared on
8/09/1986. Founder: Stephen Carbonara, a former student at Berklee College of Music. International Music
Educators of Paris is authorized to use this trademark.
American Modern Music Publications: 2 Old Brompton Road London SW7 3DQ England. Music publisher
registered at Inland Revenue England. Publisher who maintains a distribution agreement with International
Music Educators of Paris for part of the pedagogical material.
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