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IKN – Improvisation, Komposition, neue MedienIKN – Improvisation, Composition, New Media
Master of Music (M.Mus.)
About the Program
This Master's program in Organ Improvisation is designed for creative and visionary musicians such as organists, composers, and church musicians who want to develop their artistic personality through innovative improvisation and composition techniques and implement their own interdisciplinary projects. The program is a pioneering educational offering that brings the art of organ improvisation into the 21st century and makes the organ accessible to artists from other disciplines. The focus is on current styles and techniques, and connecting the organ with contemporary trends and modern media. Students develop individual forms of expression and gain the competence to realize innovative musical and multimedia projects. Core content includes current improvisation styles (minimalist music, graphic scores, algorithmic music, electronic music integration, groove-oriented music, etc.), integration of modern media (combining music with video, light, live electronics, AI), work with electronic sound generators, MIDI connections and microphones, and collaborative projects. The program offers unique opportunities through cooperation with St. Nikolai Church in Hamburg (access to an innovative Hyper-Organ) and institutions like the Orgelpark in Amsterdam. It includes accompanying subjects that deepen students' knowledge and skills, with a particular connection to the 'Sound Arts & Creative Music Technology' program.
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This Master's program in Organ Improvisation is designed for creative and visionary musicians such as organists, composers, and church musicians who want to develop their artistic personality through innovative improvisation and composition techniques and implement their own interdisciplinary projects. The program is a pioneering educational offering that brings the art of organ improvisation into the 21st century and makes the organ accessible to artists from other disciplines. The focus is on current styles and techniques, and connecting the organ with contemporary trends and modern media. Students develop individual forms of expression and gain the competence to realize innovative musical and multimedia projects. Core content includes current improvisation styles (minimalist music, graphic scores, algorithmic music, electronic music integration, groove-oriented music, etc.), integration of modern media (combining music with video, light, live electronics, AI), work with electronic sound generators, MIDI connections and microphones, and collaborative projects. The program offers unique opportunities through cooperation with St. Nikolai Church in Hamburg (access to an innovative Hyper-Organ) and institutions like the Orgelpark in Amsterdam. It includes accompanying subjects that deepen students' knowledge and skills, with a particular connection to the 'Sound Arts & Creative Music Technology' program.
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.
Language
German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to IKN – Improvisation, Komposition, neue Medien at Musikhochschule Lübeck?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about IKN – Improvisation, Komposition, neue Medien at Musikhochschule Lübeck
Is IKN – Improvisation, Komposition, neue Medien at Musikhochschule Lübeck taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the IKN – Improvisation, Komposition, neue Medien programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for IKN – Improvisation, Komposition, neue Medien at Musikhochschule Lübeck? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying IKN – Improvisation, Komposition, neue Medien? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Musikhochschule Lübeck — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.