Classical Musician/Singer

Performer, educator and entrepreneur

MASTER

The classical musician programme in Esbjerg is aimed at those who want a versatile working life as a performing musician, teacher and entrepreneur. The programme is based on your passion for music and how it can be the starting point for a varied professional career.

Facts

Location
Esbjerg
Start
August
Deadline
2/12 12:00

About the programme

Whether you perform, teach or inspire, musicianship is at the centre of your work, which is why your main instrument or voice is the focal point of the programme. In addition to teaching your main instrument, the programme includes chamber music and ensemble playing, and during your studies you will participate in projects with professional ensembles.

You will be taught a wide range of subjects that will prepare you to make your musical mark on the world around you in the best possible way. You will receive both theoretical and practical training in pedagogy, entrepreneurship and a number of other supporting subjects that will give you the prerequisites to create your own career as a professional musician, teach at several different levels and conceive, launch and complete artistic projects.

Furthermore, you can participate in masterclasses with internationally recognized musicians, interdisciplinary project weeks, study trips and much more.

The Master's programme aims to provide you with the specialized knowledge, skills and competencies to perform as a musician at the highest level.

The Master's programme also focuses on instrumental pedagogy teaching with independent teaching in didactics, psychology and theoretical pedagogy.

You will also be taught PR and administration, where you will learn about fundraising, press, financial management, VAT/tax, copyright and contracts.

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.


 

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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.

You can generally apply regardless of which instrument you play.

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 programs 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