All continuing education programmes, Basel Academy of Music

The Master of Advanced Vocal Ensemble Studies (AVES) introduces an innovative model for advanced training designed for professional young singers. Unlike a traditional master's degree, this programme provides selected applicants with a stipend and accommodation in Basel, engaging them as stable members of a professional vocal ensemble for the duration of the 2026-2027 cycle. This is a unique opportunity to gain professional experience and expertise in a remunerated capacity while earning a master's degree.

With the DAS in Choral Conducting, qualified musicians can expand their professional field. In a modular structure, you will acquire key basic skills in rehearsal methodology, conducting technique and choral voice training. This will enable you to reach an important milestone in your career as a choral conductor.

Leitung: Dozierende der Hochschule für Musik Basel FHNW / beliebiger Start

Peter Knodt, Leitung Lehrentwicklung und Dozent für Didaktik im Einzel- und Gruppenunterricht an der HSM Basel / 12.9.26

Leitung: Elena Gonzalez, Dozentin für Fachdidaktik Oboe, HSM Basel / 2. & 4.2.27

Leitung: Martin Wettges, Dozent für Chorleitung, HSM Basel / 13.10. / 20.10. & 27.10.2026

Free Improvisation/ Improvised Chamber Music

Leitung: Rainer Schmidt, Dozent für Violine und Kammermusik für Streichquartette an der HSM Basel

Peter Knodt, Leitung Lehrentwicklung, Dozent für Didaktik im Einzel- und Gruppenunterricht an der HSM Basel / 25.9.26

Leitung: Daniel Künzler, Dozent für Allgemeine Musikdidaktik und Methodik, HSM Basel / 17.10.2026

Einzelunterricht. Leitung: Dozierende für schulpraktisches Klavierspiel des Instituts Klassik / beliebiger Start

Leitung: Sarah Lisette Platte, wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin HSM Basel, Schwerpunkt KI in Studium, Lehre, Forschung, Verwaltung / 8.11.25

Leitung: Horst Hildebrandt, Prof. Dr. med., MA Violine, Mentaltrainer HIM, Schweizerisches Hochschulzentrum für Musikphysiologie & Judith Buchmann, DAS Musikphysiologie, MA Oboe, Mentaltrainerin SPA / 16.1.27

Institut Klassik | Are you a professionally trained classical musician with several years of teaching experience but without a qualifying degree in music education? In this compact and practical course, you will acquire the necessary skills while continuing to work and earn a degree equivalent to a Master of Arts in Music Education instrument/voice, which is generally required for employment at Swiss music schools. Basel Academy of Music offers you an inspiring, innovative environment and allows you to set your own individual focus during your studies. Remark: German Level B1 is required, the teaching language is German.

With the CAS Music Performance, trained musicians can expand and deepen their musical skills in a targeted manner. In this modular course, you can set individual priorities over two semesters and thus further develop your practical musical activities according to your wishes.

Leitung: Nicholas Reed, Schlagzeuger, Dirigent und Dozent für Fachdidaktik Schlagzeug an der HSM Basel / 27.1.27

Leitung: diverse Dozierende / 3.-6.8.2026

Leitung: Judith Buchmann, DAS Musikphysiologie, MA Oboe, Mentaltrainerin SPA / 23.1.27

In the Diploma of Advanced Studies in Wind Orchestra Conducting, you will develop your conducting technique to interpret complex scores, specifically promote professional and amateur ensembles, and inspire your audience with a suitable programme selection.