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Jazz/Pop Music Master's Programme (Aalborg)

A two-year Master's programme focusing on advanced jazz and pop performance, composition, and teaching.

Best for:Best for exceptionally skilled musicians and singers seeking advanced training in jazz, pop, composition, and pedagogy.

The Royal Academy of Music - Aarhus/Aalborg · Aalborg, Denmark · R1 · First-stage researcher
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This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
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2 years
Start date
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Location
Aalborg
Denmark

Overview

The Jazz/Pop Music Master's programme at the Royal Academy of Music in Aalborg offers a diverse curriculum combining performance traditions with modern musical communication. Students engage in live performance projects, including regional tours and festival appearances, while learning from experienced professional musicians and visiting international artists. The course of study emphasizes exceptional musicianship, songwriting, composition, and pedagogical skills within an international campus environment.

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What you'll do

  • Participate in diverse live music projects and regional concert tours
  • Perform at cultural festivals and campus concert events
  • Develop advanced competencies in instrumental or vocal performance
  • Engage in songwriting and musical composition projects
  • Build teaching skills for future professional music education
  • Collaborate with international artists during masterclasses and clinics

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent musical proficiency

Degree offered: Master's degree

Language: English proficiency suitable for an international study environment

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Exceptional skill as a musician or singer
  • Understanding of historical roots and performance traditions in jazz and pop
  • Aptitude for songwriting and composition
  • Readiness for pedagogical and teaching activities
Nice to have
Prior experience in live ensemble performanceBackground in interdisciplinary music projects

Funding & terms

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How to apply

Applicants must submit their application through the official study portal, ensuring all required supporting materials and performance credentials are provided for admission review.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of musical proficiency
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Aalborg Department
The Royal Academy of Music - Aarhus/Aalborg
Denmark
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