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Skoða vefinn á ÍslenskuInstrumental B.Mus
Studying an instrument at the Iceland Academy of the Arts gives instrumentalists the opportunity to improve their skills and strength on their instrument, thus enabling them to tackle further studies and future jobs in music.
Information is provided in Icelandic for study programs that have Icelandic as the primary language of instruction.
About the programme
The main goal of the course is to provide students with solid knowledge and skills on their instrument. Learning to play a classical instrument requires a lot from students, but in order to be admitted, you must already have a significant music school experience behind you. Students are expected to practice systematically and regularly so that they get a good overview of the material on which the extensive curriculum is based. Emphasis is placed on students deepening their understanding of techniques, methods and different styles in music, its performance and interpretation. The program is personal and individual-oriented, and aims for the student to develop an intuitive and personal style in his interpretation of all kinds of classical music. Students are also able to add elective courses in the diverse field of playing instruments and studying, and can thus broaden their field of work after completing their studies.
Study structure
The program is a three-year bachelor's degree (BMus). Students attend private and group lessons with excellent artists, national and foreign. The main focus is on live performance of music, so students have the opportunity to perform regularly at public concerts and master classes both as soloists and in chamber and ensemble groups of various kinds. Also, participation in the concerts of the composition department offers invaluable experience in the performance of new music. Courses in the basics of instrument teaching make the studies at the department even more varied, useful and interesting. Training in stage performance is also offered, which is useful on the concert stage. There is a strong collaboration with foreign conservatories, which enables students to participate in international projects.
After graduation
Instrumental studies at LHÍ's Music Department provide a good foundation for continued studies in instrumental performance at master's level at foreign conservatories. Those students who intend to focus on teaching also have easy access to a master's program at LHÍ in pedagogy (M.Ed).
Application and admission process
The application to study at the Iceland University of the Arts is filled out in the application portal.
The application process consists of two steps: in the first step, the application is filled out with supporting documents and the application fee is paid.
The second step is the admission process and consists of the following steps:
- Placement test in musicology subjects.
- Auditions and interviews: May 2, 2025
- Final results: Announced by the end of May 2025
Open for applications
10. February 2025
Application deadline
April 8th, 2025
Applications answered
May / June 2025
Price list
Admission requirements
Admission requirements for playing an instrument are divided into general admission requirements and specific admission requirements.
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General admission requirements
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Specific admission requirements
dutyApplicants for studies in instrumental performance have completed or studied at an advanced level according to the main curriculum of the music schools or similar studies.
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Exemptions
The University of the Arts is authorized to grant admission to the school to applicants who possess knowledge and experience that is considered adequate preparation for a bachelor's degree program at the school. However, it is assumed that applicants have completed no fewer than 105 units from the old system of the upper secondary school level or 150 upper secondary school units according to the new system.
Instructions
The applicant must fill out an electronic application in the application portal.
The application must be accompanied by the following supporting documents:
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1. cover letter
RequiredIn the cover letter, the applicant states, among other things, which instrument he plays and what is the motivation for applying for the relevant study program.
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2. Diploma
dutyApplicants are asked to submit a certified copy of their high school diploma as well as a curriculum vitae from a music school, if applicable.
a) Scan originals of diplomas and attach them to the application or
b) Get certified copies of diplomas with a stamp from the relevant school, scan and attach to the application.
c) Get a certified copy of your previous music studies if applicable (copy of the most recent level test that has been taken) with a stamp from the relevant school, scan and attach to the application. -
3. Links
RequiredApplicants can submit links of music and music performances. Annotated video recording is not normally a substitute for an instrumental audition.
Admission process
Admission process takes place in three stages.
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1. Placement exam in musicology
RequiredApplicants are invited to a placement exam in musicology which will take place on May 2, 2025.
Samples of position tests can be found below. -
2. Auditions and interviews
RequiredAudition í Instrumental:
The applicant must play one exercise/etude or solo piece that demonstrates the person's technical skills and two pieces from different periods of musical history that demonstrate breadth of skill and interpretation.
A work which is recommended to be transferred:
- Wind instruments: The first episode from classical concert
- String instruments: Episode from solo work after J. S. Bach
- Piano: Fast episode from more classic sonata.
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3. Results announced
RequiredThe results of applications are announced in May 2025.
