Master of Arts in Specialized Music Performance
An advanced full-time master's program for highly qualified performers seeking to build a solo career.
Best for:Best for advanced musicians and vocalists seeking specialized training for a professional solo career.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Specialized Music Performance is a rigorous, full-time specialized study program offered by the Conservatorio della Svizzera italiana. It is specifically designed for accomplished performers who wish to refine their artistic skills and pursue a dedicated solo career. Admission is highly selective and subject to a restricted intake capacity (numero chiuso). Additionally, vocal students have the unique option to pursue an opera-focused specialization in collaboration with other Swiss music universities.
What you'll do
- Engage in intensive full-time instrumental or vocal performance training
- Participate in specialized artistic and solo-focused coursework
- Collaborate with peers and faculty in performance masterclasses and workshops
- Prepare and execute advanced repertoire for public recitals and evaluations
- Optionally complete an opera-focused specialization track in partnership with other Swiss institutions
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor of Arts in Music or equivalent highly qualified performance background
Degree offered: Master of Arts in Specialized Music Performance
Language: Italian
Instruction: Italian
- Advanced musical proficiency and performance technique
- Demonstrated aptitude for solo performance
- Successful completion of the highly selective entrance auditions
- Applicants must already be highly qualified performers
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Interested candidates must submit their application through the official conservatory portal by the stated deadline in February. Applicants must meet the stringent selection criteria and successfully pass the entrance auditions to secure admission.
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