Bachelor of Music (Classical Performance)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Music (Classical Performance) program at the University of Adelaide equips students with the skills and knowledge for a career in classical music. Through intensive training, students develop their performance abilities, study music theory and history, and participate in workshops and masterclasses. Graduates are prepared for careers as classical musicians, music educators, or administrators, and for further study in music.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Music (Classical Performance) program at the University of Adelaide is designed to provide students with the intensive professional training required for employment in the music industry. It seeks to provide a challenging and stimulating learning environment in which all students may achieve their full potential in their chosen major. The program aims to develop educated, flexible, and imaginative graduates who possess the knowledge and skills required to function effectively in a wide range of professional contexts.

Outline:

The Bachelor of Music program provides students with the option to undertake a major in either Classical Performance, Jazz Performance, Music Education, or Creative Practice (a broad area of study that includes courses in music composition, popular music, and sonic arts). The Classical Performance major requires students to complete 48 units of coursework, including core courses in music professional development, musicianship, and classical performance. Students must also complete 21 units of electives, which can include courses in music theory, history, and performance practice. The classical performance major is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the techniques and skills required for a career as a classical musician. Students will receive one-on-one vocal or instrumental training and will participate in workshops, rehearsals, and masterclasses. They will also study music theory, history, and performance practice. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be prepared for careers as classical musicians, music educators, or music administrators. They will also be well-prepared for further study in music at the graduate level.

Assessment:

Students in the Bachelor of Music program are assessed through a variety of methods, including:

• Written exams
• Oral exams
• Performance exams
• Research papers
• Creative projects
The assessment criteria for each course are outlined in the course syllabus.

Teaching:

The Bachelor of Music program is taught by a team of experienced and dedicated faculty members. The faculty includes performers, composers, music historians, and music educators. The program is taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops, and rehearsals. The program also benefits from the University's partnership with the Australian String Quartet. This partnership provides students with the opportunity to learn from and perform with some of the world's leading classical musicians.

Careers:

Graduates of the Bachelor of Music program have gone on to successful careers in a variety of fields, including:

• Classical music performance
• Music education
• Music administration
• Arts management
• Music therapy
• Music journalism
• Music production
The program also provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary for further study in music at the graduate level.