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Conference: Musical training today, the legacy of Odette Gartenlaub

Photo : Association des amis d'Odette Gartenlaub

Nov 14Free

Conference: Musical training today, the legacy of Odette Gartenlaub

A public conference highlighting the legacy of the French pianist, composer, and pedagogue.

Conservatoire Municipal Jean-Philippe Rameau (Paris 6th)

About

"Musical training" replaced music theory in 1976. Where do we stand fifty years later? What about the pedagogical and musical legacy of Odette Gartenlaub, who was at the origin of this major reform?

Jean-Michel Ferran and members of the Association of Friends of Odette Gartenlaub offer a historical overview and a status report followed by a debate on the pedagogical challenges of this fundamental subject in music learning: Musical Training.


Our take on this event

Music education has evolved significantly since the days of traditional solfège, and it is time to rediscover the woman behind this fundamental shift. Join experts for an insightful conversation about Odette Gartenlaub’s lasting impact and the future of how we learn music. Whether you are a student or a teacher, this deep dive offers a fresh perspective on a craft that continues to define our rhythm.

On Saturday, November 14, 2026, the Conservatoire Municipal Jean-Philippe Rameau hosts a conference examining the legacy of Odette Gartenlaub fifty years after the introduction of 'formation musicale'. This session invites attendees aged 12 and over to explore the history and contemporary challenges of this fundamental musical subject. Led by Jean-Michel Ferran and the Association des amis d'Odette Gartenlaub, the two-hour event features an expert overview followed by a public discussion. Admission is free and open to all, subject to availability. The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users and provides facilities for the deaf or hard of hearing.

Fifty years after the transition from traditional solfège to 'formation musicale', this conference at the Conservatoire Municipal Jean-Philippe Rameau reflects on the evolution of musical education. Taking place on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 11:00 to 13:00, the session explores the significant pedagogical contributions of Odette Gartenlaub to the modern curriculum.

Jean-Michel Ferran and representatives from the Association des amis d'Odette Gartenlaub will provide a historical context and current assessment of this essential discipline. Their presentation will be followed by a debate regarding the modern challenges of teaching music, specifically tailored for an audience aged 12 and above.

Attendance is free on a first-come, first-served basis. Located at 3 ter rue Mabillon in the 6th arrondissement, the conservatory is equipped to welcome wheelchair users and is accessible to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.

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