Organology

Basel Academy of Music

Research Schola

Period instruments - an essential source in the study of Early Music.

Interdisciplinary projects explore the design, playing techniques and influence of period instruments on historical music practice. Research teams devise Early Music revival plans, which they then put to the test with assistance from members of the academic staff and students. In doing so, our researchers endow Early Music with a new sound aesthetic and a fresh approach to its repertoires. These activities ensure that the present-day musical landscape is able to benefit from the unique sound of historical instruments.

Overview and results of the research projects: www.forschung.schola-cantorum-basiliensis.ch

Projects

Selected projects

Fagottini und tenoroons

The tiny, overlooked giants of music. Exploration of the history, repertoire and use of 18th and 19th century fagottini both in musical practice and teaching

Viola bastarda

Institutional repository

Publications, projects and presentations

Degree programmes offerings

Info for Students/PhD

Doctoral thesis, Education, Student projects

Music and Research

Music Pedagogy | instrument / voice | Music and Research

Thinking of choosing a specialisation or Music Pedagogy as a second master’s degree? Why not both? Students who have already completed a master’s degree in Performance, instrument/voice have the opportunity to combine artistic-scientific research with a teaching qualification for their own instrument as part of an MA in Music Pedagogy. This dual profile expands your professional opportunities: Acquiring in-depth research skills through one's own pedagogical-focused research project and simultaneously developing the own practical teaching skills.

Studying mode: Full-time
Teaching language: German and English
Place: Basel
Duration: 4 semesters
Next start: 14.9.2026

Specialised Performance | Music and Research

Combine artistic practice and research into a unique profile: with the support of committed mentors and peers, carry out your own artistic research project. Whether in preparation for a PhD or as a tool for your artistic work, Music and Research offers space for artistic innovation and reflection.

Studying mode: Full-time
Teaching language: English
Place: Basel
Duration: 4 semesters
Next start: 14.9.2026

Other Study fields

Students at the Basel Academy of Music can take modules at the University of Basel free of charge, particularly those offered by the musicology department. The credits earned are recognised by the Academy.
Further information: Course registration at the University of Basel

Contact

Claudia Schärli

Administration of Events and Research Department

Phone: +41 61 264 57 43
E-Mail: claudia.schaerli@fhnw.ch

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