The Library of the Belarusian State Academy of Music presents a thematic exhibition: “A pair of wings will grow from the soul…”: marking the 135th anniversary of the birth of Maksim Bahdanovič (November 27, 1891 – May 12, 1917) Maksim Adamovič Bahdanovič was a Belarusian poet, publicist, literary scholar, and translator; a classic figure of Belarusian literature; and one of the founders of Belarusian literature and the modern literary Belarusian language. The role and significance of Maksim Bahdanovič in the development of Belarusian letters and in the national and spiritual revival of the Belarusian people have been highly esteemed...

The Library of Belarusian State Academy of Music presents a thematic exhibition titled “A Day in the Destiny of the Belarusian State,” dedicated to National Unity Day (September 17, 2026). This holiday was established during the 6th All-Belarusian People’s Assembly. It marks the date—September 17, 1939—when the Red Army’s Polish campaign began, resulting in the reunification of Western Belarus with the Belorussian SSR. The significance of this event for the Belarusian people cannot be overstated. Reunification granted our country territorial integrity and instilled in its people a sense of national unity; this enabled Belarus to withstand the trials of...

  MINISTRY OF CULTURE OF THE REPUBLIC OF BELARUS     EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION «BELARUSIAN STATE ACADEMY OF MUSIC»         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....

The Belarusian State Academy of Music announces the holding of the II International Choral Conductors Competition named after Victor Rovdo. The competition is organized by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Belarus and the educational institution “Belarusian State Academy of Music”. The objectives of the competition are to support the creative endeavors of young choral conductors, enhance their performance skills, enrich the national choral performance school with advanced international experience, improve modern choral conducting education, and popularize choral art. The competition will take place on November 16-20, 2026.     To participate in the competition, contestants must...

The Library of Belarusian State Academy of Music presents a thematic exhibition, “Half a Century in the Service of Professionalism”, marking the 50th anniversary of the Academy’s Center for Continuing Education (1976-2026). The Center for Continuing Education for Adults at Belarusian State Academy of Music is one of the oldest units in the Belarusian cultural education system. It has been in existence for 50 years and boasts a long, strong tradition. It was established by Order No. 136 of the Ministry of Culture of the Belarusian SSR on May 4, 1976, initially as The Faculty of Professional Development. It...

The Library of Belarusian State Academy of Music presents a thematic exhibition, “We Are Entrusted to Protect This World”, dedicated to the celebration of May 9th Victory Day. 81 years separate us from that memorable May of 1945. This day will forever remain in history as a time of triumph for justice and the power of the human spirit. May 9th is a symbol of the invincible strength of the people, its ability to withstand any adversity. Time has no power over the greatness of heroism. We will never forget those who won freedom and happiness for future generations...

The Library of Belarusian State Academy of Music presents a thematic exhibition, “Significant Figures of Belarusian Musicology”, dedicated to the 120th anniversary of the birth of Lidiya Mukharinskaya (1906-1987) and the 100th anniversary of the birth of Kaleria Stepantsevich (1926-2021) – luminaries of Belarusian music art, science, and pedagogy. These talented and endlessly committed to their work outstanding female educators dedicated their lives to music and their Alma mater. Lidiya Mukharinskaya is an Honored Artist of the BSSR (1974), a musicologist, a PhD in Art History (1968), a member of the Union of Composers of the BSSR, a well-rounded...

The Library of Belarusian State Academy of Music continues its series of monthly exhibitions, “Writers Celebrating Anniversaries 2026.” March and April are dedicated to the literary anniversaries of iconic Belarusian Soviet writers: Kondrat Krapiva (Kondrat Atrakhovich) (1896-1991), Zmitrok Byadulya (Samuel Plavnik) (1921-1976), German writer Heinrich Mann (1871-1950), Russian Soviet writer Georgy Markov (1911-1998), and English poet Charlotte Brontë (1816-1855), whose works have been read by generations. We welcome everyone to immerse themselves in the world of books and learn more about these writers and their work. The exhibition will be on display in the reading room (room 210, building...

The Library of Belarusian State Academy of Music presents a thematic exhibition “Belarusian Women Composers” in honor of International Women’s Day, March 8, and the Year of the Belarusian Woman. By decree of the President of the Republic of Belarus, 2026 has been declared the Year of the Belarusian Woman. This decision has become a symbol of respect for the role of women in the life of the state and emphasized priorities related to family, work, and care. Head of State Alexander Lukashenko noted: “Without love for a woman, there can be no true love.” Women actively participate in...

The Library of Belarusian State Academy of Music presents a thematic exhibition “Kim Tesakov“: commemorating the 90th anniversary (1936–2018) of the birth of the Belarusian composer, teacher, and member of the Union of Composers of the BSSR (1967). Tesakov has received numerous awards, including the title of Honored Artist of the Republic of Belarus (1998), the title of laureate of the V. Vitka Republican Prize (2001), and the Francysk Skaryna Medal (2006). He is also an Honorary Citizen of Cherven (2001). Tesakov’s work encompasses virtually all musical genres and forms. The composer’s legacy includes numerous vocal and choral works...