Russian Music Academy of Barcelona

Music training with international certification

Trinity College London logo with a piano drawing and musical notes.

The Academy

The Russian Academy of Music in Barcelona was established in 2013 as a private and independent educational institution. It does not depend on any ministry or public body, either Spanish or Russian.

What distinguishes it is not its ownership but its method: individualised teaching, teaching staff trained in the Eastern European musical tradition, and lessons in Russian, English, Spanish or Catalan tailored to each student's needs.

Since 2019, it has been an official Trinity College London examination centre, allowing its students to obtain an international qualification without leaving Barcelona.

Three women singing on a stage with microphones at a cultural event.
Current students
+ 0
COUNTRIES OF ORIGIN
0
Levels of education
0
Teaching languages
0

What can one study at the Academy?

At the Academy you can study piano, violin, violoncello, guitar, flute, classical singing and contemporary singing. Theoretical subjects are also taught: music theory and composition.

Instruments

Young woman playing the piano on a dark stage.
Two girls playing the violin on a stage with a microphone and sheet music.
IMG_8218
P1528055
Girl playing the clarinet on stage with a microphone and sheet music.
Young woman singing on stage with a microphone in hand.
Young person and adult singing in a competition at the cultural centre.
Person writing musical notes on a whiteboard.

Official Trinity College London Centre

Trinity College London logo in purple and black colours.

In 2019, the Russian Academy of Music in Barcelona became an official examination centre for Trinity College London. This recognition has made the Academy a unique musical institution in Catalonia and one of the few in Spain where students can receive musical training in Russian and sit international examinations.

The training comprises nine levels, ranging from Initial to Grade 8. Students who pass the examinations obtain an international certificate from Trinity College London, equivalent to a professional-grade diploma.

Unapproved

Recognised directly in Europe and in numerous countries without additional paperwork.

Support for university admission

Counts towards admission to British higher education institutions and universities worldwide.

Alternative to the music school

A structured curriculum distinct from the Spanish conservatoire system, with individualised pacing.

Children playing xylophones in a music workshop at a cultural centre.

For the little ones

Before starting an instrument, there is a stage where children learn to listen. Domisolca is our art education school for children aged 2 to 6, where music, rhythm, visual arts and theatre are taught together.

It is the first stage of musical training: when children arrive at the Academy at age six, they have already developed their ear, sense of rhythm and capacity for self-expression.

Personas

TEACHERS

Portrait of Marina Sipchenko in front of a decorated Christmas tree.
Man with a beard and a red bow tie against a dark background.
Woman with red glasses and dark hair on a light grey background.
Woman with a pensive expression, touching her face with her hand.
Man playing guitar on a stage with purple curtains.
Man playing the flute in an outdoor setting.
Elena Hurghis
Woman playing the violin on a stage with an emotional expression.

Administration

Woman with dark brown hair and a smile at a cultural center.

Frequently asked questions

From what age can you start at the Academy?

We accept students from age 6 onwards, with no upper age limit. For children aged 2 to 6, there is Domisolca, our art education school.

When can I enrol?

Enrolment is open all year round. Before starting, we conduct a personal interview to assess your level and discuss your goals.

Are the classes individual or in groups?

Instrument and vocal lessons are always individual. Theory subjects and ensembles are taught in groups on a fixed weekly schedule.

How do timetables work?

Individual lessons are arranged with administration based on teacher availability and your schedule. Group lessons follow a fixed weekly timetable that you can review before enrolling.

Do you need prior knowledge to enter?

No. We accept students with no prior experience in any discipline. The initial assessment serves to establish your starting point.

Do the students perform in public?

Yes. We organise auditions and concerts throughout the academic year, and students perform in two concerts annually: the Christmas concert and the end-of-year concert.