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Whether you want to become a specialist on your instrument, a musician who wants to make theatre or a composer who wants to perform: together we find a path that suits you and in which you develop your dreams and talents.
The curriculum is very diverse. In the morning, courses on music theory, music history, cultural theory, entrepreneurship and artistic research are offered. In the afternoon, the instrument lessons (individual, group lessons, technique, complementary instrument) and ensemble lessons take place. You also have time for self-study in the afternoon.
In the first year, the emphasis is on laying a solid foundation. You develop strong basic skills in your instrument and work with your ensembles. Moreover, you have lessons in music theory, cultural history & research, and co-create with other art disciplines. Classical singers have courses in languages (IPA, French, German, Italian). Both classical and jazz singers have actor training and lessons in theatrical improvisation.
In the second year, you dive deeper in the courses that you started in your first year. In addition, you choose two introductory modules (to select our of 7): concerning conducting, teaching, commposing & studio. Moreover, you have multiple project weeks and masterclasses throughout the year.
In your third year, lessons in instrument, ensemble play, and co-creation continue. Courses in entrepreneurship are added to the curriculum. In addition, you design half of your study year yourself (30 out of 60 ECs). You can do your free choice, follow a minor or attent classes at a partner conservatory of music abroad. Projects and masterclasses are also present.
The fourth year is all about graduation and preparing for a career in the music industry. You create a solo performance where you showcase your talent and what kind of musical artist you want to be. Next to your graduation project, you have subjects in entrepreneurship and you choose electives (15 our of 60 ECs). Projects and masterclasses continue.
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