[BA] Classical Music Performance (Strings)

Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre
Estonia, Tallinn

Study location	Estonia, Tallinn
Academic field	Humanities and Arts (ISCED 2)
Type	Undergraduate, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years (180 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	BA (Bachelor of Arts in Humanities)
Course code	118697

Tuition fee	€7,500 per year Tuition fee per academic year: EU students: 1600 EUR Non-EU students: 7500 EUR
Application fee	€70 one-time

Tuition fee

€7,500 per year

Tuition fee per academic year:
EU students: 1600 EUR
Non-EU students: 7500 EUR

Application fee

€70 one-time

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Admission dates You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. Originals (or certified copies) can be presented or sent to the EAMT later. Margit Võsa, admission secretary of EAMT. Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre Tatari 13 Tallinn 10116 Estonia

Entry qualification

High school / secondary education (or higher)

The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English.

Admission dates

You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Originals (or certified copies) can be presented or sent to the EAMT later.
Margit Võsa, admission secretary of EAMT.
Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre
Tatari 13 Tallinn 10116 Estonia

Territory requirements	Applications are NOT accepted from the following territories (based on citizenship): Belarus, Russia.

Language requirements	English

Other requirements	Violin Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following: •Two etudes featuring different techniques; •Two movements from a J. S. Bach Sonata or Partita for solo violin; •Either the first or both the second and third movements from a violin concerto; •A freely chosen piece. Viola Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following: •Two etudes featuring different techniques; •Two movements from a J. S. Bach Sonata or Partita for solo violin or a Suite for solo cello; •Either the first or both the second and third movements from a viola concerto (eg. Walton, Telemann, Hoff); •A freely chosen piece. Cello Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following: •Two etudes featuring different techniques; •Two movements from a J. S. Bach Suite for solo cello; •Either the first or both the second and third movements from a cello concerto; •A freely chosen piece. Double Bass Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following: •Two etudes featuring different techniques; •Two movements from a sonata (eg. Eccles, Marecello,) or the Siemandl Concert-Etude; •A freely chosen piece. Harp Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following: •Two etudes featuring different techniques; •A large form (Suite, Variations, Sonata, one movement from concert); •A freely chosen piece. Classical Guitar Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following: •Two etudes featuring different techniques (eg. Sor, Giuliani, Legnani, Brower, Villa-Lobos, etc.); •Two movements from a J. S. Bach Lute Suite or from a suite by another Baroque composer; •A large form (Suite, Variations, Sonata, one movement from concert). Estonian Kannel Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following: •A large form (sonata, variations, romantic ballades, or something comparable in length and substance) or a movement from it; •Two pieces in varying styles. After the performance the candidate will be interviewed by a panel of faculty members. During the interview, the examination panel may test the candidate’s knowledge of music and culture. The interview will provide the opportunity for the candidate to demonstrate the sufficiency of their English language skills. The examination panel will evaluate the following: •fluency and precision •expressiveness •technical proficiency •familiarity with various musical styles •conveyance of personal expression •technical difficulty of the repertoire •general knowledge of music and culture Read more: admission auditions Specific requirements for Non-EU applicants: Admission dates Entry requirements for Chinese applicants. The following admission documents must be presented: 1. Senior Middle School Graduation Certificate (Original in Chinese and translation into English) 2. Senior Middle School 3-years (school classes 10-12) (6-semesters) Academic Record (Report) or Study Results Certificate (Original in Chinese and translation into English) 3. Chinese National University Entrance Examination (Gao Kao) Certificate (Original in Chinese and translation into English) 4. Credentials Report of Chinese National University Entrance Examination (in English) issued by China Academic Degrees & Graduate Education Development Center ( www.cdgdc.edu.cn ) certifying the authenticity of the National University Entrance Examination (Gao Kao). Notarized copies of documents (except Credentials Report) must be presented in original language and in English.

Other requirements

Violin
Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following:

•Two etudes featuring different techniques;
•Two movements from a J. S. Bach Sonata or Partita for solo violin;
•Either the first or both the second and third movements from a violin concerto;
•A freely chosen piece.

Viola
Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following:

•Two etudes featuring different techniques;
•Two movements from a J. S. Bach Sonata or Partita for solo violin or a Suite for solo cello;
•Either the first or both the second and third movements from a viola concerto (eg. Walton, Telemann, Hoff);
•A freely chosen piece.

Cello
Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following:

•Two etudes featuring different techniques;
•Two movements from a J. S. Bach Suite for solo cello;
•Either the first or both the second and third movements from a cello concerto;
•A freely chosen piece.

Double Bass
Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following:

•Two etudes featuring different techniques;
•Two movements from a sonata (eg. Eccles, Marecello,) or the Siemandl Concert-Etude;
•A freely chosen piece.

Harp
Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following:

•Two etudes featuring different techniques;
•A large form (Suite, Variations, Sonata, one movement from concert);
•A freely chosen piece.

Classical Guitar
Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following:

•Two etudes featuring different techniques (eg. Sor, Giuliani, Legnani, Brower, Villa-Lobos, etc.);
•Two movements from a J. S. Bach Lute Suite or from a suite by another Baroque composer;
•A large form (Suite, Variations, Sonata, one movement from concert).

Estonian Kannel
Perform from memory a programme consisting of the following:

•A large form (sonata, variations, romantic ballades, or something comparable in length and substance) or a movement from it;
•Two pieces in varying styles.

After the performance the candidate will be interviewed by a panel of faculty members. During the interview, the examination panel may test the candidate’s knowledge of music and culture. The interview will provide the opportunity for the candidate to demonstrate the sufficiency of their English language skills.

The examination panel will evaluate the following:

•fluency and precision
•expressiveness
•technical proficiency
•familiarity with various musical styles
•conveyance of personal expression
•technical difficulty of the repertoire
•general knowledge of music and culture

Read more: admission auditions

Specific requirements for Non-EU applicants:

Admission dates

Entry requirements for Chinese applicants.
The following admission documents must be presented:
1. Senior Middle School Graduation Certificate (Original in Chinese and translation into English)
2. Senior Middle School 3-years (school classes 10-12) (6-semesters) Academic Record (Report) or Study Results Certificate (Original in Chinese and translation into English)
3. Chinese National University Entrance Examination (Gao Kao) Certificate
(Original in Chinese and translation into English)
4. Credentials Report of Chinese National University Entrance
Examination (in English) issued by China Academic Degrees & Graduate Education Development Center ( www.cdgdc.edu.cn ) certifying the authenticity of the National University Entrance Examination (Gao Kao).

Notarized copies of documents (except Credentials Report) must be presented in original language and in English.

More information	ema.edu.ee/..es/curricula/bachelor-studies

The string department of EAMT provides instruction in violin, viola, cello, double bass, harp, classical guitar and Estonian kannel performance. String studies provide grounding in established and proven tradition and performance theory, while also providing comprehensive instruction in contemporary performing practices. Students are encouraged to adopt both a broad and integrated approach in their main subject, in which they learn to combine technique, creativity, musicality and theory.

In addition to individual lessons, chamber ensemble and orchestra, students are also provided with opportunities to participate in master classes given by international guest professors and artists. Students are also encouraged to participate in a wide variety of creative projects, performing alongside professional musicians as well as their fellow students.

EAMT considers it vital that students be equipped with a wide range of skills, enabling them to succeed and adapt in today’s rapidly changing professional environment. It also allows string players to choose a path best suited to their unique individual academic and musical goals.

BAClassical Music Performance (Strings)

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