Bachelor of Music in Classical Music Performance: Accordion
University of the Arts Helsinki
Key Information
Campus location
Helsinki, Finland
Languages
English, Finnish, Swedish
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
EUR 5,000 / per year **
Application deadline
Request info *
Earliest start date
Aug 2024
* application period of 3 Jan – 17 Jan 2024.
** annual tuition fee for students who study in English and who are not citizens of the EU, EEA or Switzerland. The program is also available in Swedish
Introduction
Study classical accordion in the leading program in its field, in an international yet close-knit environment.
Why study here?
The Sibelius Academy’s classical accordion training is considered one of the most distinguished in its field. For decades already, our alumni have worked in esteemed teaching positions around the world and gained success in numerous international competitions.
Content and objective of the program
This programme is a combined 3-year Bachelor's and 2,5-year Master's degree. The accordion major focuses on versatile soloist studies, spanning different genres and eras, as well as the development of extensive pedagogical skills. Additionally, the studies include chamber music, sight-reading, free accompaniment, and improvisation, as well as the repertoire of the accordion, ranging from the Baroque era to the modern day. Seminars and masterclasses are also organized on a regular basis as part of the studies.
As a bachelor’s student, you will practice soloist repertoire and complete studies in music theory and aural skills, music history, and chamber music. For a period of two years, you will improve your accordion pedagogy on a weekly basis with your own practice pupil.
Teachers
Our teachers are some of the best experts in their respective fields. In addition to the permanent teaching staff, the program welcomes international top experts as guests on a regular basis.
Program Outcome
The objective of the education provided by the accordion department is to allow students to acquire well-rounded expertise that respects their personality with the help of studies that best suit their interests.
Admissions
Program Tuition Fee
Scholarships and Funding
Please visit the university website for more information.