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Name of the curriculumClassical Music Performance
Speciality codeMIi-2022
Program code118697
Curriculum level bachelor´s
Language of study english
Total capacity180 EAP
Mode of studyfull-time study, regular studies
Study programme groupmusic and theatre arts
Additional informationThe study programme is included in the study programme group of Music and Theatre Arts and the studies may be conducted according to Government of the Republic Regulation No. 62 of 11.07.2019 "Standard of Higher Education", appendix 3.
Official length of programme3 years, 180 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System credits (ECTS)
Curriculum registered20.12.2012
Altering curriculum21.11.2012, 15.04.2020

Conditions of admission - required prerequisites
gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (Secondary School Leaving Certificate), lõputunnistus kutsekeskhariduse omandamise kohta (Certificate of Vocational Secondary Education) or a corresponding qualification giving access to higher education. Additional specific requirement-musical training.

    - special requirements:
       

- entrance examinatsions, tests, include transcripts of previous education with application
Entrance examination in specialty field

Program goals
- providing students who already have a musical background prior to the Academy, with an education on a high international standard, responding to the requirements of contemporary musical life, in the field of instrument or voice performance. Completing the program is a pre-requisite for entering master´s degree studies;
- supporting an open learning environment that helps and further contributes to the specific skills and knowledge obtained from the curriculum;
- establishing conditions for personal and artistic growth;
- developing communicative competence, responsibility and co-operation abilities.

Learning outcomes of program
Upon completing the curriculum, the student will be able to:
1. perform music of different historical periods and styles with technical skill and artistic creativity, and realize his/her musical ideas and conceptions in a professional manner according to one´s major;
2. refer to appropriate performance techniques, skills and methods necessary for a successful completion of his/her creative projects;
3. display awareness of Western music history and music theory, and various issues and aesthetical ideas of contemporary music;
4. display knowledge of the wider field of humanities and arts;
5. apply basic pedagogical skills;
6. integrate the learnt topics, issues and musical material into one´s own musical projects in various ways;
7. communicate and participate, both written and colloquial, in his/her own language of instruction, and at least one more language, in musical discussions and on various musical topics;
8. successfully participate in team work and various initiatives that contribute to society and community in a wider and responsible way;
9. assess critically one´s own level of knowledge and skills, and continue with instrument/voice studies on the next academical level, or in other relevant and meaningful ways.

The content of study program
The curriculum consists of the following components and modules:
A Specialty field, 50 credits
B Practical courses related to the specialty field, 60-75 credits
- Chamber Music (for instrumentalists)
- Orchestra/Choir/Opera Studio/Accompaniment class (according to one´s specialty)
- Additional practical courses
C Courses related to music theory, music history, pedagogy and humanities, 45-60 credits
D Bachelor´s examination, 10 credits
E Free elective courses

Status of module


Requirements for graduation; qualification documents - graduation thesis, examinations:
The curriculum will be completed by obtaining 170 credits for subject studies (50 credits in specialty, 60-70 credits in courses related to the specialty, 45-50 credits in courses related to music theory, music history, pedagogy and general studies), and 10 credits for the Bachelor's examination.

- final certificate, diploma, qualification certificate:
Diploma of BA and Diploma Supplement (in Estonian and Englisch)

- obtained degree:
humanitaarteaduse bakalaureus /Bachelor of Arts in Humanities/

Level of qualification: First cycle higher education, Estonian Qualifications Framework Level 6, European Qualifications Framework Level 6

Academic department: Department of Classical Music Performance

Major and minor field of study, specialization
Major: Classical Music Performance 180 credits
Specialization:
KL13 Piano
KS13 Harpsichord
OR13 Organ
AK13 Accordion
KP13 Strings (Violin)
KP23 Strings (Viola)
KP33 Strings (Cello)
KP43 Strings (Double Bass)
KP53 Strings (Harp)
KP63 Strings (Classical Guitar)
KP73 Strings (Kannel)
PP13 Brass and Woodwind (Flute)
PP23 Brass and Woodwind (Traversflute)
PP32 Brass and Woodwind (Oboe)
PP43 Brass and Woodwind (Clarinet)
PP53 Brass and Woodwind (Bassoon)
PP63 Brass and Woodwind (Saxophone)
PP73 Brass and Woodwind (French Horn)
PP83 Brass and Woodwind (Trumpet)
PP93 Brass and Woodwind (Trombone)
PP03 Brass and Woodwind (Tuba)
PP04 Brass and Woodwind (Euphonium)
LP13 Percussion
LA13 Voice
KD13 Choral Conducting

Access to further study: Master`s studies

Professional status: The right to work in the position requiring Bachelor's Degree or corresponding qualification