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Mas­ter of Music in Music The­ory

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Do you want to conduct research or just try to improve your understanding of music? This is a unique programme that gives you the opportunity to delve more deeply into the notes and understand what lies behind them.

Music theory, music history and aural skills form part of the basis for what we do at the Norwegian Academy of Music. The Academy is the only place in Scandinavia offering a Master of Music in Music Theory programme in English. Here you can acquire practical skills that will enable you to reflect on intriguing musical problems within a variety of genres.

The programme is also offered as a part-time course of study over 4 years.

Versatility

This programme is suitable for many people, especially those who want to explore the possibilities music theory offers you as a musician, composer or musicologist. We are looking for versatility, and your background may be from a number of different musical traditions. You will also be able to use this experience as a resource for improvisation and composition.

The programme provides a valuable opportunity for you to delve more deeply into your areas of interest and serves as an important point of departure for further activities within teaching or research. The Master’s thesis you write can take a variety of approaches, ranging from artistic to more theoretical or educational themes.

When you have completed your studies

When you have completed the programme you can work with different aspects of music education, for example in upper secondary schools and all types of colleges and universities. You will have acquired specifically music-oriented research expertise that you can use in the future as a musicologist or performer.

Why NMH?

Be challenged and evolve

At the Norwegian Academy of Music, you will be part of Norway’s leading music community and gain access to an expansive international network of music professionals. You will get to know our outstanding faculty and students from around the world, and be challenged to evolve your skills, regardless of your musical discipline.

Create your own path

At the Academy, we encourage you to seek out your own path. Our commitment to musical excellence embraces both tradition and innovation. We provide an inspiring environment and a wide range of opportunities to experiment and explore while developing the skills and knowledge of your discipline. Our teaching staff is comprised of music professionals of the highest calibre, ready to challenge and motivate you to succeed in your career in music.

Take advantage of the best learning facilities in Europe

Whether your passion is solo performance, composition, playing with an orchestra, organising festivals or changing the ways we perceive and listen to music, the Academy provides the best state-of-the-art music education facilities in Europe.

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