Main instrument V, Western classical music

Education facts

Code: KOGV12

Students study, interpret, and perform a varied repertoire in terms of styles in Western classical music as well as music genres performed in other artistic contexts on their main instrument. They also analyse and apply repertoire, style, musical analysis, and interpretation in relation to different conventions of musical performance and identify the methodological challenges of the repertoire concerned. Presentations and applications of complex technical exercises are included, as well as preparation for auditions and contests. Students play demanding music repertoire requiring highly developed technical skills and good familiarity with style and performance practice. Parts of the repertoire are performed in concerts. The course also includes discussion of methodological challenges in studying and performing music and critical reflections on and problematisations of different approaches to music performance and conversations on evaluating their own development and skills in relation to the demands of the profession. Instruction is in the form of individual tutorials, seminars, and masterclasses.

Entry requirements

KOGV06 Main instrument III, Western classical music (15 credits), KOGV07 Ensemble III, Western classical music, (7.5 credits), and KOGV23 Musical knowledge III, Western classical music (7.5 credits). Registered for KOGV09 Main instrument IV, Western classical music (15 credits), KOGV10 Ensemble IV, Western classical music (7.5 credits), and KOGV24 Musical knowledge IV, Western classical music (7.5 credits). An equivalence assessment can be made.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Main instrument V, Western classical music

  Karlstad University

  Arvika

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %