The Church Music programme provides a broad professional background for music work in Norwegian churches and congregations. Focus is placed on performance areas such as solo and liturgical organ playing, improvisation and choir conducting, and when combined with music theory subjects, this results in comprehensive musical education. In addition, the programme includes several subjects designed specifically for church music studies, which will give you insight into religious practices, parish work and liturgical activities, such as church music forums, knowledge of the organ, repertoire and score study, singing, applied piano, Bible study and catechism, and knowledge of church services and psalms.
Bachelor of Music in Church Music
The programme is especially aimed at preparing the student for work in the Norwegian Lutheran Church.
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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Published: Mar 13, 2020 — Last updated: Dec 18, 2023