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MINISTRY OF CULTURE OF THE REPUBLIC OF BELARUS
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION «BELARUSIAN STATE ACADEMY OF MUSIC»
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INFORMATION LETTER
From November 24 to 27, 2026, Belarusian State Academy of Music will host the International Scientific and Practical Conference “Music Education in Historical Perspective: Constants and Metamorphoses”.
The conference program will feature sectional sessions, round tables, lectures, presentations of new publications, masterclasses, concerts, and exhibitions.
Conference Topics & Scope:
- Music education in historical perspective: origins, stages of development, traditions, national and regional educational systems, concepts, and innovations.
- Music pedagogy schools: genesis, key personalities, and experience.
- Contemporary challenges in music performance and pedagogy.
- Modern perspectives in music-historical and music-theoretical research.
- Contribution of Belarusian women to the development of music education (dedicated to the Year of the Belarusian Woman).
- Outstanding figures in music pedagogy celebrating anniversaries in 2026.
Participants:
Researchers, professors, and specialists from higher and secondary music education institutions, as well as doctoral and postgraduate students, are invited to participate.
Languages: Russian, Belarusian, English.
Format & Participation:
The conference will be held in a hybrid format. The available options for participation include:
- In-person (on-site)
- Remote / Online (video recording of the presentation with an option for online Q&A, or a poster presentation)
Time Limits / Regulations:
- Plenary presentation: 20 minutes
- Sectional presentation, round table talk, or book presentation: 15 minutes
- Q&A and discussion: 5 minutes
IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES:
| Date | Event / Deadline |
| November 9, 2026 | Application deadline |
| November 18, 2026 | Deadline for video presentations and poster submission |
| November 24–27, 2026 | Conference dates |
| January 22, 2027 | Deadline for academic article submission (along with all required digital documentation) |