Master of Music in Performance
Develop advanced performance skills and artistic research expertise in a supportive, internationally active music environment.
Best for:Best for musicians seeking to deepen their performance craft, refine their artistic identity, and engage with contemporary performance research.
Overview
This two-year Master of Music in Performance programme at UiT The Arctic University of Norway focuses on refining students' artistic abilities and fostering independent performance practices. Through hands-on training, artistic reflection, and a master’s project, students explore specialised performance areas while engaging with cutting-edge artistic research methodologies. The programme leverages the expertise of internationally recognised faculty, offering access to diverse genres and performance practices. In the second year, students benefit from travel grants and opportunities for lessons with external specialists to enhance their artistic development.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced performance skills in a chosen musical genre or style through rigorous training and practice.
- Conduct independent artistic research as part of a master’s project, exploring performance-related topics of personal interest.
- Engage in reflective practice to deepen understanding of artistic processes and methodologies.
- Collaborate with faculty and external specialists to refine performance techniques and artistic vision.
- Participate in performances, workshops, and artistic discussions to contribute to the academic and creative community.
- Utilise travel grants in the second year to attend lessons or collaborate with external artists relevant to your project.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor of Music or equivalent degree in a related field, demonstrating proficiency in performance.
Degree offered: Master of Music
Language: English proficiency sufficient for academic study and performance instruction (no explicit test requirement mentioned).
Instruction: English
- Strong performance skills in a specific musical genre or instrument.
- Ability to engage critically with artistic research theories and methodologies.
- Commitment to independent artistic development and reflection.
- Experience in collaborative artistic projects or performances.
- Open to international applicants; no specific nationality restrictions mentioned.
- No age restrictions or prior experience caps.
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How to apply
Applicants must apply through the official university portal. The process involves submitting academic transcripts, a portfolio or performance samples, a statement of purpose, and any additional materials required by the programme. Detailed instructions are available on the UiT application website.
- CV or resume
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Portfolio or performance samples (audio/video recordings or written materials)
- Statement of purpose or research proposal
- Letter of motivation
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