Classical Musician/Singer

Performer, chamber and orchestral musician

ADVANCED POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA

The soloist program at the Danish National Academy of Music is for those who want to further their education to perform at the highest artistic level. The focal point of your soloist studies is partly a self-selected artistic project and partly further development of your skills on your main instrument.

Facts

Level
Location
Odense
Start
August
Deadline
3/2 2025 12:00

About the programme

The postgraduate programme aims to further educate you to perform at the highest artistic level. This means, among other things, that you must be able to meet the professional demands of the labor market.

As a classical soloist, you work with interpretation and musical immersion to develop your soloist and performance skills at the highest artistic international level. In addition to instrumental/vocal lessons and participation in international masterclasses and possible international competitions, you will develop on your chamber music skills.

In addition, your soloist studies include training in artistic research and entrepreneurship.

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 throughout the year. In addition to the scheduled classes, you should plan to set aside time for practicing and for unscheduled study activities such as masterclasses, workshops and concerts. When you don't have scheduled classes, you can reserve available rooms for practicing alone or with other students.
Below is an example of what a schedule might look like in a random week during the year.

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 postgraduate programmes require that you have a master's degree from a Danish or foreign music conservatory - or have equivalent qualifications.

For the entrance exams, you must demonstrate your skills as a musician and explain your artistic project.

Read more here!

The entrance exams are in week 17.

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

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 Anders Gustavsen-Sprotte
    +45 92159954 / ags@sdmk.dk
  • Study Secretary Christina Strandby Krog-Jensen
    +45 48880077 / ckj@sdmk.dk