Since 2013, Fie Schouten has served as professor at the Prince Claus Conservatoire in Groningen, teaching in both Classical and Jazz Departments. Her teaching focuses on contemporary music and the bass clarinet as an instrument of endless innovation, interweaving the same curiosity in her teaching that drives her own artistic practice.

Next to main subject bass clarinet (Bachelor / Master), Schouten teaches clarinet and ensemble playing (band / chamber music). Together with percussionist Tatiana Koleva she is leading the Cross Genre Ensemble with students from different departments. She is creating the unexpected encounters she values so highly. Her approach reflects Sparnaay’s influence; his endorsement speaks volumes: “She is a great player, open minded, always forward-looking, one of my former students I’m very proud of.“

Guest professorships and masterclasses have taken her to conservatories in Vienna, Tallinn, Istanbul, Split, Porto, Split, Provo, Chicago, Utah, Jerusalem, and Rotterdam. She has also given lecture-recitals throughout the Netherlands, making contemporary music accessible to broader audiences.

Schouten: “I prefer to talk about knowledge transfer rather than education. I want to share my knowledge, involve others in my working process and experience, and exchange ideas. The aim is not so much to “educate”, but as Martin Buber said,
‘I do not teach; I have a dialogue’.”

If you are interested in a trial lesson or information,
do not hesitate to contact me: s.c.schouten@pl.hanze.nl

As of May 2026 Fie Schouten is Coordinator International Relations for the Prince Claus Conservatoire Groningen
For questions related to internationalization,
please use this address: international.pcc@org.hanze.nl