Trombone studies at the Barenboim-Said Akademie feature weekly private lessons and, for Bachelor students, secondary piano studies.
As a trombone student, you will be part of a department that will prepare you for a diverse career in chamber music performance, orchestral performance, and/or teaching. Trombone students participate in solo recitals, chamber music groups, large ensembles, and specialized workshops for specific repertoire and performance preparation.
Requirements
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
English
CEFR English
min B2 Specification: B2 level of English at the time of matriculation, with the goal of achieving a C1 level within the first year of their studies.
Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"? yes
Additional information:
TOEFL Essentials, TOEFL iBT, TOEFL ITP, Academic IELTS, Cambridge Certificate, LanguageCert LTE or Linguaskill General test taken within the last two years. If you have not taken a TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge Certificate, LanguageCert LTE or Linguaskill test within the last two years and are not able to take either test prior to the application deadline, you may upload proof of enrollment in an upcoming English language placement exam.
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
The application deadline for the B.Mus. Trombοnе at Barenboim-Said Akademie depends on the country where you obtained your previous degree. For applicants with a degree from non-EU countries, the application deadline is 18 January for the winter semester. Applications are made: Directly at university.
German Students
Other EU Students
Non-EU Students
Non-EU Students
B.Mus. Trombοnе
Barenboim-Said Akademie
Intake
Winter Semester
Application deadline
18 Januaryin > 7 months
Application mode
Directly at university
Intake
Winter Semester
Application deadline
18 Januaryin > 7 months
Application mode
Directly at university
Application Procedure & Selection
Mode of Admission:
no admission restriction, but ability test (interview and audition)
Admission Test/Interview:
aptitude test
Application Documents
Required information and documents:
Personal Information: Full name, contact details, citizenship(s), address, and emergency contact information.
Addresses and dates of study at high school and previous university (if applicable).
Test of English as a foreign language (see language requirements).
Responses to short essay questions.
PDF copies of your most recent academic transcripts and certificates. Transcripts and certificates not in English or German must be submitted in the original language alongside an official, certified German or English translation.
CV.
Copy of passport.
Biometric photo (51 x 51 mm - 2 x 2 inches).
Screening Materials.
Letter of recommendation.
Please bear in mind that the requirements may differ per program. Make sure to check the requirements, as specified in the SlideRoom application pοrtal.
Location
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Barenboim-Said Akademie
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