Master of Music in Conducting
If you are interested in conducting professional ensembles in Norway or abroad, this is a programme for you. Focus is placed on your individual musical development, and the Academy offers a solid and versatile academic environment where you can pursue your studies as a conductor.
The Master’s programme in conducting is a unique practical conducting course where you will have the opportunity to lead several professional ensembles.
As a deeply committed conductor, the Master’s programme gives you a firm basis for your future development. In your studies, you will cultivate the ability to work in a disciplined and independent manner with accomplished experts and ensembles.
Good musical leaders
The Master’s programme in conducting is vital in music that has a great need for good musical leaders. It will enable you to develop your talent as a performer through relevant practice and reflection. The solid foundation you establish here will shape your career as a professional conductor.
Entry requirements
Admission to the programme requires a Bachelor's Degree in Music with 60 ECTS credits in conducting, or equivalent qualifications documented at the audition. A limited number of study places are available. In addition to formal academic requirements, there are entrance exams and auditions (held in week 8) for applicants to the programme.
Applicants are expected to
- have reached a high level on their principal instrument
- have relatively wide experience in leading different ensembles/choirs
- have a broad musical experience that enables them to relate to the artistic qualities and intentions of the music
Entry requirements
A relevant undergraduate Bachelor Engineering programme with minimum 25 credits mathematics, 5 credits statistics and 7,5 credits hysics topics. Basic knowledge in power electronics and electrical machines i required.