Contemporary rhythmic musician
MASTER
On the Contemporary Rhythmic Musician program in Esbjerg, you will encounter a unique study environment characterized by presence and room to enter and develop new musical communities. You will be a central part of an creative environment characterized by equality - between people, genres and musical preferences.
Facts
- Master (2 years)
- FAG OG FAGBESKRIVELSER
About the programme
On the Master's program, you will acquire specialized knowledge, skills and competencies to enable you to perform as a musician at the highest level.
Throughout your studies, you will develop the ability to make independent choices based on an approach where artistic expression and creativity go hand in hand with a solid foundation in craftsmanship. The program is characterized by a strong focus on creating music, where both composition and improvisation are paramount across subjects and projects. Here you will have ample opportunity to immerse yourself in a wide range of rhythmic genres and potentially everything in between - including jazz in all its forms, pop, rock, free improvisation, singer/songwriter, Afro-Cuban, Indian, third stream and fusion... or maybe something completely different, based on a suggestion from you as a student.
In addition to the scheduled classes, the program offers interdisciplinary project-oriented focus weeks, master classes, themed weeks, artist talks, entrepreneurship days, projects and a wealth of concerts. Your student life will take place in a local and welcoming student environment where there is room for you and where you will be in demand. The vast majority of students live here, practice here and play here in a myriad of constellations, which creates a special culture for both personal and joint initiative and project creation.
In addition to focusing on main instrument teaching and ensemble playing, the master's program also focuses on instrumental pedagogy with independent teaching in ensemble management, pedagogy and psychology.
Read more about the programme here.
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 do not have scheduled classes, you can reserve available rooms for practicing alone or with other students.
Related programmes
- 'Rhythmic Musician, Odense' is a programme for those who want to immerse themselves in jazz and let it form the basis of their life as a professional musician.
- 'Rhythmic musician and composer' is a programme for you who want a greater focus on composition.
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.
For the entrance exams, you will demonstrate your skills on your main instrument/vocal and be tested in a number of general subjects such as theory and ear training. The tests are partly digital and partly face-to-face.
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