Master of Arts in Performance, Basel Academy of Music

The master’s degree programme at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis in Medieval Renaissance focuses on music from the 9th to the 16th century. It builds on previous studies in music with a good historical foundation and leads to the development of interpretative sovereignty in theory and practice. The focus is, on the one hand, on instrument/voice competence in solo performance and, on the other, on a reflective and communicative ensemble culture, which is particularly required in Medieval/Renaissance music. The Schola Cantorum Basiliensis is an inspiring international community of high-calibre lecturers and students.

This degree programme imparts a broad understanding of the stylistic and aesthetic aspects of music, enabling students to engage in-depth with historical sources and theory, as well as a reflective playing and singing techniques: the essential skills needed not only to preserve historically informed performance practice, but also to convey it in a lively and contemporary way. The programme builds on a bachelor’s degree from the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis or a comparable BA and offers an alternative curriculum for university graduates from other music programmes.

Institut Klassik | The degree programme offers a sound artistic education for anyone who wants to pursue music as a form of expression and a vocation. The focus is on personal development and making music at the highest level.

Shape your artistic profile – as a performer, producer, or composer. This program gives you the freedom and resources to realize your musical vision in an international, diverse, and inspiring community. Through solid craft, creative originality, and critical reflection, you will develop your own musical language and contribute to the future of Jazz. Our outstanding faculty guide you as artistic mentors.