Rimon School of Music, located in the Tel Aviv suburb of Ramat HaSharon, is Israel’s leading institution for contemporary music education. Rimon has held a reputation for over thirty years; expanding musicianship and cultivating exceptional musical talent attracts over 500 students per year from throughout Israel and abroad. We believe that relentless dedication and passion are an obligation to our students, to the overall profession, and to the community. Rimon’s reputation stems from the school’s innovative approach to music, diversity, and technological advancement rooted in Israel’s creative, collaborative culture. Rimon School embraces a vibrant student body and its highly distinguished faculty comprised of musicians known throughout Israel. Rimon School is highly respected for its academic excellence and wide range of opportunities for artistic expression. Rimon challenges students with a rigorous, enriching, career-minded curriculum while developing personal growth and interactive skill. Students can choose to earn a three-year professional diploma, join our partnership program with the world-renowned Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, or continue on to other premier international music institutions in Israel and abroad with whom we maintain academic relationships. Students enjoy collaborative participation in various school-led projects, performances, and productions. These programs create real-life professional scenarios for instrumentalists, vocalists, producers, composers, and arrangers, which sharpen valuable skills and further advances students’ preparedness and career success. Student collaborations are inspired by the way they connect on campus inside and outside the classroom. Our vibrant, close-knit campus and welcoming center lawn area provide an inviting space for people to form impromptu connections. Many lasting friendships and successful musical projects got their start on the center lawn at Rimon. Our Mission Driven by the dynamic world of contemporary music, Rimon serves as a center of inspiration where students explore their musical voice and shape their careers in music. Rimon’s curriculum develops musicianship and social influence through a variety of studies, experiences, and real-world projects. Through dedication, openness, and self-discipline, we empower students to discover their potential for excellence while respecting each individual’s gifts and passion. Rimon School of Music faculty and alumni create the musical soundtrack to Israeli life and culture. As performers, arrangers, composers, conductors, songwriters, producers, and electronic music creators, the people who study and teach at Rimon comprise much of the diverse tapestry of the Israeli music scene. At Rimon, we believe in the ability of music to make a difference; improving quality of life through music and education. We serve as a creative bridge between people from various ethnicities, religions, and cultural experiences. Our students and faculty share their talents through regular engagement in community outreach. We serve to improve lives through music via music education, projects, and group lessons for at-risk and special needs youth, elder care and medical facility service, and community performances. Courses of Study Rimon offers seven majors as part of the Rimon three-year professional post-high school diploma program in seven courses of study: Composition, Arranging, and Conducting, Performance, Songwriting, Contemporary Music Production, Electronic Music Production, Music Education, and The Rimon Jazz Institute. Our Faculty Rimon’s faculty create the musical landscape of Israeli popular music and culture; each actively engaged as professional musicians in their related fields. Our faculty bridges music education and real world experience to build student success. In the Community Rimon School strongly believes in harnessing the power of music to elevate our community. We promote a stronger society through volunteer work, music education outreach programs, and special initiatives. Community outreach stands at the heart of our curriculum. We work diligently to build collaborations between all citizens of Israel – Jewish, Arab, and Christian. Talented artists from Rimon contribute deeply to the Israeli music scene; collaborating with local musicians and talent in a myriad of settings. Joining a prestigious program for contemporary music guarantees musical growth, and our students develop a solid foundation and individual musical voice. By experiencing Israeli culture, students broaden their social and musical lexicon.