Harmonie 1
Their very varied repertoire and their musical level make Cadets de Genève an ensemble appreciated by local, regional and international event organisers. Concerts, parades, festivals, fêtes and other events allow our young musicians to perform in prestigious venues in Switzerland and abroad. During their history, and more particularly over the last twenty years, the Cadets de Genève, easily recognised in their royal blue uniform, have represented their city of Geneva and Switzerland in many countries including the United States (1989), Canada (1995, 2004 and 2011), Denmark (1996), France (1992 and 1998), Germany (2005), England (1976 and 2000), Sweden (2008), China (2014), Croatia (2017) and a planned trip to Japan for 2023. The student follows a wind or percussion instrument training course and joins Harmonie 1 at the earliest during the 4th year of instrumental study. They continue their learning of orchestral playing in a larger ensemble with a more demanding musical level. Harmonie 1 performs in concert throughout the year in an eclectic repertoire ranging from wind orchestra repertoire to classical music, film scores, jazz, variety etc. Harmonie 1 regularly participates in events and parades mainly in the canton of Geneva, notably during promotions.
This course is part of the standard curriculum (music theory, instrument, and ensemble): CHF 970 per year (2 x CHF 485). Second child: CHF 776 per year (20% discount); third and subsequent children: CHF 582 per year (40% discount). Provision and maintenance of the instrument: annual flat fee of CHF 120 (no discount). Application fee of CHF 50, included in the tuition fee and non-refundable. A 10% increase in tuition for students residing outside the canton. Tuition is due for the entire school year; invoiced in two instalments, at the end of November and the end of February.
