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Overview
What you will study
The Summer Baroque Instrumental Course takes place in the state-of-the-art Laidlaw Music Centre, at the University of St Andrews. The course offers masterclasses, individual lessons, and chamber/ensemble coaching.
Despite a busy timetable, there will be time to relax in the beautiful surroundings of historic St Andrews, to wander in the ruins of the cathedral, and to enjoy an ice cream on the beach.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Mindfulness - Grounding
- Mindfulness of Breath
- Violin Masterclass
- Cello Masterclass
- Mindfulness - The Embodied Musician
- Bowga! (Bow technique session)
- Mindfulness - Befriending Your Mind
- Chamber Music
- Harpsichord/Chamber Music Masterclass
- Technique Troubleshooting
- Mindfulness - Tension Dissolving
- Full Rehearsal
- Concert followed by Wine Reception
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- St Andrews, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- If you are an established professional modern instrumentalist who is branching out into baroque performance practice, the course would welcome an application from you.
- It also welcomes groups of amateur instrumentalists: duos, trios, quartets, etc. Those on the amateur strand will receive individual and group coaching, and will play in the full course ensemble.
To apply, please fill out the online application form and provide the following:
- CV
- links to solo performance videos of two contrasting pieces of baroque repertoire of at least six minutes in total (video can be hosted on YouTube, Dropbox, Vimeo, etc)
- Keyboard players: one of your pieces should show you playing continuo in a group setting
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents540 GBP / full≈ 540 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents540 GBP / full≈ 540 GBP / full
Additional Details
- Instrumental Fee: £520.00
- Singer Fee: £310.00
Living costs
Saint Andrews
United Kingdom
660 - 1140 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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