Program Overview

Classical Instrumental Music Performance BA in Piano

Overview

The goal of the BA programs in the field of classical music is to train professionals who shall be able to enrich and spread Hungarian and European music tradition via their performance as musicians. With the help of both the practical and theoretical knowledge acquired through the program, they shall possess refined taste as well as technical knowledge in music.

Program Details

• Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Classical Music Performance
• Duration of Training: 3 years (6 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 aims to train professionals who can enrich and spread Hungarian and European music traditions through their performances. Graduates will possess refined taste and technical knowledge in music, enabling them to serve in orchestras, choirs, and chamber ensembles. They will also be prepared to pursue master-level education in their field.

Application Procedure

General Entry Requirements

For general entry and language requirements, please refer to the relevant page.

Steps to Apply

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, applicants will receive information on further steps.
4. Once the application fee (EUR 100) is received, applications will be processed.

Entrance Examination

• Parts of the Entrance Exam:
  1. Aptitude test (instrumental and musical-theoretical)
  2. Main subject practical exam
• Aptitude Test:
  • Instrumental main subject audition
  • Rehearsal class
  • Musical-theoretical aptitude test
• Main Subject Practical Exam:
  • Uncut video and audio recording
  • Piano:
    • A prelude and fugue (Bach)
    • A classical Viennese sonata
    • A virtuoso etude
    • A piece from the Romantic period
    • A 20th-century piece

Examples of Subjects During the Studies

1st semester:

• Chamber Music (Contemporary Music Practice)
• Main Subject Performance Methodology
• Folk Music

2nd semester:

• Concert Attendance
• Continuo
• Rhythm Practice

3rd semester:

• Improvisation
• Hungarian and Universal Music History
• Solfeggio

4th semester:

• Music Theory
• Piano
• Choir / Orchestra

5th semester:

• Orchestral Part Rehearsal
• Ethics
• Music Aesthetics

6th semester:

• Orchestral Part Study, Sight Reading
• Diploma Concert

Academic Level/Type

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