Classical performance studies B.Mus

Cover letter: In the cover letter, the applicant must state which area of ​​focus they are applying for: voice, musical instrument (and then which instrument) or church musicThe application must include, among other things, the applicant's motivation for applying to the relevant study program and information about previous studies and participation in music.

NOTE
If an applicant wishes to take private lessons in the first year, this must be clearly stated in the cover letter. It must specify which additional instrument is being applied for and describe previous studies and experience. Applicants who meet the requirements for participation in private lessons may be invited to an audition, where they will also play their additional instrument.
It should be noted that it is not possible to accept all applications.

Diploma: Applicants 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 original certificates and attach to application. or Obtain certified copies of diplomas with a stamp from the relevant school, scan and attach to the application.
b) Obtain a certified copy of your previous music education (a copy of the most recent level exam you have taken) with a stamp from the relevant school, scan it and attach it to your application.

Links: Applicants should submit links to video recordings of their own musical performances that demonstrate proficiency on the relevant instrument/singing.

Criteria for video recordings:

Singing

1. Two arias from different periods and in different languages
2. Two songs in different languages
3. A monologue in Icelandic, approximately two minutes long, to demonstrate interpretation skills and text manipulation. Foreign applicants are permitted to perform texts in their native language.

All transportation must be bladeless,

Musical instruments

Piano/guitar/harmonica:

1. Classical sonata section
2. Romantic or 20th century work
3. Etude

or equivalent

Strings

1. An episode from a work or works from the Baroque or Classical period
2. An excerpt from a work or works from the Romantic period or the 20th century
3. Etude

or similar.

Wind instruments

1. First movement from a classical concerto
2. Works from the Romantic period or the 20th century
3. Etude

or similar.

Church music

Applicants must submit a video recording of their organ playing, at least two solo pieces from different periods of musical history that demonstrate a breadth of skill and interpretation.

These lists are for reference only; other works that demonstrate comparable skill or ability or that are better suited to a particular instrument are permitted.

Please note that a video recording does not replace an audition for instrumental/singing.

An application does not guarantee an invitation to an audition.

General admission requirements are a matriculation examination, a final examination from an upper secondary school at the third qualification level, a comparable examination from a foreign upper secondary school or a minimum of 60 ECTS credits from a recognized university. Applications must be accompanied by certified copies of diplomas and a certified copy of a transcript of records.

Admission to the school may be granted to applicants who possess knowledge and experience that is considered sufficient preparation for a bachelor's degree at the school. See "Exceptions to Admission" for more information.

Admissions committees evaluate applications based on submitted documents, as well as interviews and/or entrance exams in the relevant fields. The Dean of Faculty appoints an admissions committee for each study programme in consultation with the Head of Department, and the admissions committees work according to procedures that are presented to applicants.

Admission to the program is permitted to applicants who possess knowledge and experience that is considered sufficient preparation for a bachelor's degree. Admission requirements are a postgraduate diploma in music or equivalent qualifications.

Admission to the school may be granted to applicants who possess knowledge and experience that is considered sufficient preparation for a bachelor's degree at the school.

Applicants who do not meet the general admission requirements may apply for an exemption if they have, for example, completed numerous credits at the upper secondary school level, completed other final exams such as at the 4th qualification level, or have other preparation that can prepare the person concerned for university-level studies in the relevant study programme. Applications for exemption from the general admission requirements are assessed by professionals within the relevant faculty. The result of the assessment of exemption applications is final. When assessing applications, interacting factors are considered with regard to grades in upper secondary school studies, education in the arts, further education, work experience and participation in community work. Each case is examined separately and the interaction of these factors may affect the result. Applicants are encouraged to explain everything they believe can contribute to their application for exemption from the general admission requirements.

Admissions committees evaluate applications based on submitted documents, as well as interviews and/or entrance exams in the relevant fields. The Dean of Faculty appoints an admissions committee for each study programme in consultation with the Head of Department, and the admissions committees work according to procedures that are presented to applicants.