Alte Musik (weiterführend)

This (university) Studium takes place at art and music academies. Learning locations at the university include lecture halls, seminar and practice rooms, and libraries. At home, activities involve preparing for and reviewing courses, completing assignments; and potentially participating in online courses.

Standard (university) Studium duration: 2-4 semesters.

(University) Studium costs include enrollment and administrative fees, as well as semester contributions (e.g., for the Studierendenwerk (student services organization), student body, semester ticket). Tuition fees may apply for "long-term students," for a second Studium, or after exhausting a set Studium credit. Expenses for learning materials and Studium necessities, such as specialized literature and excursions, are also incurred. Student health insurance contributions are usually required if the age limit of 25 years or certain income thresholds are exceeded. For funding opportunities, refer to: Deutsches Studierendenwerk - Finanzierungsmöglichkeiten (German Student Services Organization - Funding Opportunities) and the Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz (BAföG) (Federal Education Promotion Act) in its current version.

Compulsory modules may include: Main instrument (e.g., Baroque violin, viola, violoncello, violone/string bass, lute, historical keyboard or wind instruments), music practice (chamber music, ensemble), theory and chamber music practice of Early Music, vocal main subject complex (historical singing). Elective modules may include: Applied musicology, harpsichord tuning and maintenance, vocal ensemble, advanced chamber music, advanced notation studies, advanced source studies, historical singing for instrumentalists, historical gesture, historical dance, methodology of Early Music. Practical (university) Studium content may include internships (e.g., in an opera house) if applicable.

Universities typically conduct aptitude tests or selection interviews.

One should be prepared for the following conditions and requirements: Courses: Attending lectures and seminars in the university's lecture halls and seminar rooms during the semester; potentially participating in online courses from home. Practical exercises: For example, preparing performance projects. Independent work: Preparing for and reviewing courses, researching in libraries, preparing presentations, completing assignments (even during lecture-free periods). Scientific research: Deepening skills in academic work. Organization and planning: Independently planning the (university) Studium, adhering to prescribed Studium durations, and submitting Studium and examination performances on time (self-discipline and organizational talent required). Career preparation: Potentially completing internships (e.g., in an opera house), preparing for career entry.

The following (university) Studium subjects can be alternatives for Early Music (advanced): Music field: Instrumental Music (advanced), Church Music (advanced), New and Contemporary Music (advanced), Conducting, Choir Conducting (advanced), Singing (advanced), Composition (advanced), Korrepetition (accompaniment/rehearsal), Song Interpretation (advanced), Music Pedagogy (advanced), Musicology (advanced). Common aspects: Acquiring knowledge in music theory, music history, and potentially music pedagogy; acquiring skills in instrumental playing, singing, composition, conducting, or sound engineering.

Universities typically require the following (university) Studium degrees, for example: Early Music (undergraduate), Instrumental Music (undergraduate), Church Music (undergraduate).

Additional and key qualifications facilitate a successful career entry. The following topics, for example, may be relevant: Music pedagogy, willingness to cooperate, teamwork skills. Elective and compulsory elective modules, such as historical dance, can also provide additional qualifications. Internships, for example in an opera house, specifically prepare for professional life. Opportunities to acquire additional and key qualifications can be found at the Career Centers of universities (see contact details of the respective university). Information is also available from "Hochschulen in Deutschland - Hochschulsuche des Hochschulkompass" (Universities in Germany - University Search of Hochschulkompass).

This advanced (university) Studium subject deepens knowledge from the undergraduate (university) Studium subject and potentially from professional experience. Students usually specialize in specific topics, which can include music education and/or artistic practice, or particular epochs or instruments. Additionally, there are Master's degree programs that cover a broad spectrum of the Early Music (university) Studium field. This (university) Studium leads to a second higher education degree.

Examples of study programs in this field include: Early Music (Master), Early Music (Meisterklassenexamen), Historical Performance Practice (Master), Historical Instruments (Early Music) (Master), Historical Instruments and Baroque Singing (Master), Historical Interpretation Practice (Master), Historical Keyboard Instruments (Master).

Master's graduates in Early Music can find various professional fields in the private sector, such as music, singing, composition, music education, or editing, journalism, and proofreading. Those aiming for an academic career at a university (Hochschule) typically need to pursue a doctorate. A doctorate may also facilitate access to higher professional positions in the private sector and research.

In the 19th century, musicology was established as an independent field of study (Studium). Until the mid-20th century, new interest in pre-classical music emerged through the youth music movement, and around 1950, the original sound movement brought more attention to orchestral Early Music. From the mid-20th century onwards, Early Music or historical performance practice was initially a sub-area of music study programs, but independent programs became increasingly established. In 1999, the Bologna Process began, aiming to reform the European higher education landscape. Its goals included creating a unified European higher education area, harmonizing study programs and degrees (introducing Bachelor's and Master's programs), and improving the mobility of students and lecturers.

Degree awarded: Master of Music (M.Mus.).

No remuneration is received during the study (Studium). Payment can be arranged for practical phases (Praxisphasen).

Federal Level: The Higher Education Framework Act (Hochschulrahmengesetz - HRG) as amended on January 19, 1999, and last modified by the law of November 15, 2019. Joint structural requirements of the federal states (Bundesland) for the accreditation of Bachelor's and Master's study programs, in accordance with § 9 paragraph 2 HRG (Resolution of the KMK from October 10, 2003, as amended on February 4, 2010). Qualification framework for German higher education degrees (developed in cooperation with the German Rectors' Conference, the Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs, and in coordination with the Federal Ministry of Education and Research, adopted by the Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs on February 16, 2017). State (Bundesland) Level: Higher education laws in conjunction with administrative regulations, e.g., concerning the accreditation of study programs. Qualification or higher education admission regulations. University (Hochschule) Level: University statutes. Study and examination regulations for the study programs in the respective field.

The prerequisite for study (Studium) is a first professionally qualifying university degree; usually, an undergraduate degree (grundständiges Studium) in Early Music is required. Depending on the university (Hochschule), an internal selection process takes place, for example, in the form of an aptitude test. Proficiency in an instrument is generally required.