Shanghai Conservatory of Music has dispatched a delegation to Qingdao, Shandong province, to conduct fieldwork and engage with industry professionals. According to a report from the conservatory, the 20-person group, led by Vice President and Party Secretary, Tang Junjie, included faculty and students from the orchestral department, and representatives from relevant administrative divisions.
The team’s activities included in-depth discussions with the Qingdao Performing Arts Group and the Qingdao City Opera House, focusing on topics such as the evolving talent needs of performance organizations, student internship structures, and collaborative employment opportunities. Representatives from the Qingdao Performing Arts Group highlighted a shortage of personnel in areas like orchestral performance, composition, modern music production, artificial intelligence music creation, and operational management, expressing a desire to welcome more young professionals.
During the visit, the “Shanghai Conservatory Student Internship Base” was officially inaugurated, accompanied by a formal cooperation agreement. This agreement outlines ongoing communication and collaborative efforts, covering areas such as student internships, joint talent development, and the co-creation of original productions. The conservatory plans to strengthen ties with industry partners to better align talent development with current industry requirements.
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