常州威雅学校将于9月23日周一迎来享誉世界的小提琴演奏家以及创新教育家——卡勒姆·斯玛特的到访，我们热忱地期待着这次的相会，让常州威雅的年轻音乐家们收获新的灵感和活力。
We will welcome a world-renowned violinist and innovative educator, Callum Smart, on Monday 23rd September at WASCZ.
图源：卡勒姆·斯玛特个人网站
Source: Callum Smart personal website
作为一位创新教育家，卡勒姆·斯玛特已经在国际上赢得了英国最优秀的年轻小提琴家之一的声誉，并以其“自然权威感”（《The Strad》）和“令人信服的诠释”（《BBC音乐杂志》）而闻名。自2010年赢得BBC青年音乐家弦乐类冠军，并在梅纽因大赛上获得欧洲选手最高奖项后，斯玛特的职业生涯也得以蓬勃发展，他的演出足迹遍布欧洲、北美和亚洲，通过情感真挚的演奏，感染着全世界的观众。
Callum Smart has earned an international reputation as one of Britain' s finest young violinists and an innovative educator. Known for his " winning sense of natural authority" (The Strad) and " utterly convincing" interpretations (BBC Music Magazine), Smart has captivated audiences around the world with his expressive and sincere performances. Since winning the BBC Young Musician strings category and the top European prize at the Menuhin Competition in 2010, his career has flourished, with performances across Europe, North America, and Asia.
作为英国皇家北方音乐学院（RNCM）的小提琴教授，斯玛特同样是一位充满热情的教师，他通过创造性和个性化的教学方法激励着学生，为他们成长为优秀的下一代音乐家而耕耘。对于斯玛特而言，同时兼顾着演奏与教育的职业生涯，也是他对音乐世界深沉的热爱和深厚的承诺。
As Professor of Violin at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), Smart is also a dedicated teacher, inspiring the next generation of musicians with his creative and tailored approach to violin pedagogy. His dual career as a performer and educator demonstrates his deep commitment to the world of music.
图源：卡勒姆·斯玛特个人网站
Source: Callum Smart personal website
非常荣幸的是，在下周一，这位音乐演奏名家和创新教育者——卡勒姆·斯玛特，将为我校优秀音乐学生进行一对一大师课的讲授。一直以来，学校的表演艺术部门与RNCM都有着紧密的联系，包括表演艺术总监理查德·沃德-罗登先生在内的多位专业教学人员，均为RNCM校友。就在不久前，常州威雅学校2021届毕业生时同学，也是一位获得RNCM钢琴专业录取奖学金的优秀学子，回到了母校举办了一场令人振奋的钢琴独奏音乐会，进一步加强了两所学校之间的联系。
WASCZ, is excited to welcome Callum Smart on Monday, 23 September, for 1:1 master classes with some of our talented musicians. The school' s Performing Arts department has a strong relationship with the RNCM, with several specialist teaching staff, including Director of Performing Arts, Richard Ward-Roden, being alumni. Recently, Cici S, a former WASCZ student and now a piano student at the RNCM, returned to give a thrilling evening recital, further strengthening the connection between the two institutions.
时同学钢琴独奏会现场
Alumna Cici Shi Piano Recital
斯玛特在音乐领域的影响力远超音乐会舞台和课堂。他在兼顾蓬勃发展的演奏事业和专业教师角色的同时，无与伦比地展示了音乐所具有的激励、提升和跨越文化与世代将人们彼此相连的力量。无论是通过他引人入胜的演绎还是他的创新教育方法，卡勒姆·斯玛特都将在古典音乐的世界留下深远的影响，并将不断巩固他作为英国最杰出的音乐人才之一的地位。
Smart' s influence extends far beyond the concert stage and the classroom. By balancing the demands of a thriving performance career with his role as an educator, he demonstrates the power of music to inspire, uplift, and connect people across cultures and generations. Whether through his compelling interpretations or his innovative pedagogy, Callum Smart continues to leave a lasting impact on the world of classical music, solidifying his place as one of Britain' s most remarkable musical talents.
图源：卡勒姆·斯玛特个人网站
Source: Callum Smart personal website
卡勒姆·斯玛特的到访不仅突显了常州威雅学校与皇家北方音乐学院之间的紧密合作，对于常州威雅的未来演奏家们而言，斯玛特带来的大师班教学将是一次极为宝贵的机会。我们的学子将有机会向当代最杰出的小提琴家之一面对面进行学习，斯玛特的大师班课程将不仅为学生们提供技术指导，还将深化他们对音乐的诠释和对表演的理解。在不久的将来，我们的学生为未来的职业生涯做准备时，这样的学习实践经历也会为他们的学术研究与艺术实践之间架起至关重要的桥梁，并赋予他们新的技能和灵感，帮助他们不断攀登新的高峰。
The upcoming master classes are an invaluable opportunity for our aspiring performers at WASCZ. Callum Smart' s visit highlights the strong partnership between our school and the RNCM, offering our students the chance to learn directly from one of the leading violinists of our time. These sessions will not only provide technical guidance but also deepen students' understanding of musical interpretation and performance. As our students prepare for future professional careers, experiences like this serve as a vital bridge between academic study and real-world artistry, equipping them with the skills and inspiration to reach new heights.
常州威雅往届学子风采（右图）
Violin Performance by WASCZ Students（right picture）
