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Jazz & Pop Master of Music

Deepen your craftsmanship as a music professional and explore innovative ways to tell a story through music at ArtEZ University of the Arts.

Best for:Best for aspiring professional musicians and vocalists looking to advance their artistic research and performance skills.

ArtEZ University of the Arts · Arnhem, Netherlands · R1 · First-stage researcher
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This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
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2 years
Start date
flexible
Location
Arnhem
Netherlands

Overview

The master's course in Jazz & Pop at ArtEZ University of the Arts in Arnhem is designed to help music professionals deepen their craftsmanship and articulate a unique artistic voice. Through a personalized study programme, students combine research and practice by participating in the Performance Lab, engaging in artistic research, and exploring new musical approaches. The curriculum blends lectures, workshops, masterclasses, and seminars led by renowned musicians and experienced tutors. Applicants are expected to be dedicated artists seeking to expand traditional genre boundaries and enrich their professional practice.

Jazz and PopMaster of MusicArtEZArnhemMusic PerformanceArtistic Research

What you'll do

  • Craft and follow a personalized study programme focused on individual artistic growth
  • Participate actively in the Performance Lab for practice-based research and experience
  • Conduct artistic research to enrich professional musical practice and explore new ideas
  • Engage in lectures, workshops, masterclasses, and seminars
  • Push the boundaries of traditional musical genres through innovative approaches

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor of Music or equivalent artistic background

Degree offered: Master of Music

Language: English; IELTS overall band 5.5, TOEFL paper-based 525, TOEFL computer-based 196, or TOEFL internet-based 70

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Advanced musical performance or composition proficiency
  • Ability to conduct independent artistic research
  • Strong creative and individual artistic voice
Nice to have
Experience with cross-genre musical explorationHands-on background in professional music projects
Eligibility
  • Applicants must hold a relevant prior qualification equivalent to a bachelor's degree in music

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How to apply

Visit the official ArtEZ course page to review specific admission and audition requirements. Submit your application and required materials through the university's online admissions portal.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Artistic portfolio
  • Proof of English language proficiency
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Contact

Lab
Performance Lab
ArtEZ University of the Arts
Netherlands
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