Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master's program in Music Science, "Music, Sound, Performance," is designed for individuals fascinated by the performance dimension of music. This program is suited for those open to unconventional sounds, new experimental music, and sound art and installations. It also caters to those interested in fields such as curating music/sound, dramaturgy, or cultural management.

Program Details

• The program explores the AuffŁhrungsdimension of music, which includes the performance and presentation aspects.
• It delves into ungewohnte Klšnge (unconventional sounds) and neue, experimentelle Musik (new experimental music).
• The program covers Sound Art and Sound Installations, providing a comprehensive understanding of music and sound in various contexts.
• Potential career paths for graduates include Kuratieren von Musik/Sound (curating music/sound), Dramaturgie (dramaturgy), and Kulturmanagement (cultural management).

Target Audience

• Prospective students interested in music performance, sound, and related cultural management fields.
• Individuals looking to explore unconventional sounds, experimental music, and sound installations.

Program Schedule

• The program starts in the winter semester (WS) 2025/26.
• An online information event is scheduled for December 9, 2025, at 06:00 PM.

University Background

The Freie Universitšt Berlin, where this program is offered, was founded in December 1948. The university's seal is framed by the Latin words veritas, justitia, and libertas, which stand for truth, justice, and freedomvalues that define the academic ethos of the institution.