Program Overview

Choral Conducting MA Program

Overview

The Choral Conducting MA program is designed to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to become successful choral conductors. The program focuses on the field of choral art, including forming new ensembles, leading different types of choirs, and actual conducting work.

Program Details

• Degree: Master of Arts in Choral Conducting
• Duration of Training: 2 years (4 semesters)
• Language: English
• Intake: Fall
• Deadline of Application: 06/01/2026
• Next Starting Date: 09/01/2026
• Fees:
  • Tuition fee: EUR 4,500 / semester
  • Application fee: EUR 100

Description of the Program

The program introduces students to the technique of choral conducting, as well as theoretical and practical issues related to the human voice, voice formation and maintenance, the history of choral music, repertoire, and different styles. The training requires personal skills, artistic sensitivity, a good ear, knowledge of music, and singing culture.

Study Plan

• Discipline: Music & Arts
• Academic Level/Type: Master

Application Procedure

To apply, follow these steps:

1. Register on the application site and fill out the application form.
2. Upload the necessary documents and submit the application.
3. After submitting the application, receive information on further steps.
4. Once the application fee is received, the application will be processed.

Application Requirements

• General Entry Requirements: For general entry and language requirements, refer to the relevant page.
• Specific Requirements:
  • BA degree in Performing Arts, specialized in Orchestra or Choral Conducting
  • University-level degree in Orchestral or Choral Conducting
  • College-level degree in Music Theory and Solfčge Teaching, Choral Conducting, or Wind Orchestra Conducting
  • At least 50 credits in Music Theory, Music History, and Solfčge
  • At least 20 credits in the above-mentioned fields of study
  • Piano skills are also required

Examples of Subjects During the Studies

• Basic Module:
  • History of Vocal Music
  • Folk Music
  • Musical Pieces / Performance Visiting
• Professional Obligatory Module:
  • Piano
  • Choral Education and Management
• Differentiated Professional Subjects:
  • Conducting Techniques
  • Choral Conducting
  • Orchestral Conducting
  • Methodology of Choral Conducting
• Optional Subjects:
  • Theory of Art
  • Art History Special Course
  • Stylistic Knowledge
  • Aural Training
  • Gregorian Chant
  • Medieval Polyphony