Facts

Level
Location
Esbjerg
Start
August
Deadline
2/12 12:00

About the programme

As an organ player, you learn to use the many possibilities the instrument puts in your hands and feet, enabling you to become the heart, brain and soul of the organ.

In addition to organ lessons, your programme consists of a number of subjects giving you a theoretical foundation and the ability to approach music from other perspectives than purely performing. You will also be introduced to the administrative and PR aspects of a musician's work during the course.

The Master's programme aims to provide you with the specialized knowledge, skills and competencies needed to perform as an organist and/or performer at the highest level.

It is also a requirement if you want to work as an organist in large urban churches in Denmark.

Besides your lessons in your main instrument, the master's programme also focuses on special minor subjects such as hymnology, liturgy and organology, and on teaching didactics, psychology and theoretical pedagogy.

You will also be trained in entrepreneurship, where you will learn how to manage a career as a performing musician and educator and how to transform ideas into targeted activities.

Schedule

Your schedule will vary from week to week throughout the year. Some subjects are only available for limited periods during the year, while other subjects are available all year round. In addition to the scheduled classes, you should plan to set aside time for practice and unscheduled study activities such as masterclasses and workshops.

FAQ

Typical questions and practical info

Conservatory education in Denmark consists of a 3-year bachelor's degree, a 2-year master's degree and an additional 2-year soloist program.

The master's programs require that you have passed a bachelor's degree from a Danish or foreign music conservatory - or have equivalent qualifications.

The entrance exams require you to demonstrate your skills on your main instrument/vocal and test you in a number of general subjects such as theory and ear training.

Read more and find examples of the tests here!

The entrance exams for SDMK's master's programmes are always in early January. Find the dates for the upcoming exams here.

All scheduled classes are generally held at SDMK in Esbjerg between 8 am and 6 pm. However, in connection with orchestra projects, masterclasses and other extraordinary teaching, classes may be held outside these hours.

We have collected a number of general questions and answers about finances, ECTS, study locations, credits, etc. on this page.

If you have any questions regarding the programme, please contact:

  • Head of Studies Mads Kjær Jensen
    +45 92150632 / mkj@sdmk.dk
  • Study Secretary Lene Kielsen
    +45 63119915 / lki@sdmk.dk