Deutsche Version Master of Arts in Specialized Music Performance Soloist Duration of studies: 2 years Extent of Masters: 120 CP (credit points) The Master Soloist can be studied with the following Majors: Bassoon, voice, guitar, harp, horn, clarinet, piano, contrabass, oboe, organ, trombone, flute, saxophone, percussion, trumpet, tuba, violin, viola, cello In general the MA in Specialized Music Performance is preceded by a Master in Music Performance or a Master in Music Pedagogy. The program of studies represents the highest  instrumental and interpretational level of studies. It is generally offered to students of exceptionally high musical and technical standards, whose stage presence and aptitude for performance are clearly evident. These qualities can be further developed and refined to an even more advanced level meeting international standards, especially those of national and international concert stages and competitions. Required Skills To qualify for this program of studies, the following criteria must be fulfilled: the highest level of instrumental/vocal technique convincing musical expression ability to convincingly portray personal interpretations experience and poise on stage a  solid mastery of all of the diverse styles of the repertory, ready to be developed in a specialized Masters program to meet the highest professional  standards  Entrance exam Duration of the exam: 40 minutes per candidate Each candidate should prepare 50-60 minutes of repertory** Three works (or three single movements) from three different stylistic periods should be prepared** Playing from memory, if required in your Major** You may choose the first piece; the jury will then choose the others. **This regulation applies for the Majors in guitar, harp, clarinet, contrabass, oboe, organ, trombone, saxophone, viola and cello. Special provisions apply for the Majors in bassoon, voice, harp, horn, piano, flute, percussion, trumpet, tuba  and violin. Information on the entrance exam can be found under Administratives>MA Specialized Administratives>MA Spezialisierte Musikalische Performance.  Contents of study Candidates in this Masters program have the opportunity to spend two years working with distinguished artists and teachers to prepare in an intensive, focussed way for a professional career as a soloist. Along with performing in concerts and competitions, the emphasis of this program is on instrumental/vocal study. The HSM-organized student recitals and solo performances with orchestra (Basel Symphony Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra Basel) offer students the opportunity to distinguish themselves and gain experience in performance. Contrary to the generalized instrumental or vocal studies offered in the previous Masters programs, a clearly-defined soloist's profile is sought, also in some areas of specific musical periods. Further courses are offered in Stage presence  Individual coaching in the field of Culture Management Chamber music Interpretation and Reflection Recording techniques plus the whole range of courses offered by the HSM which are open to ensembles in this Masters program.   Distribution of CP (credit points): Major Field:    97 CP including     75 CP Instrumental/vocal instruction 10 CP external concerts and competitions 12 CP Masters project: recital with thematic focus Chamber music  7–12 CP Interpretation   4–8 CP Elective courses   The whole range of subjects listed in the HSM directory are available. Students must choose a sufficient number of courses to acquire the  Credit Points necessary for the Masters, with approval by the head of the Masters program. Chamber Music/Ensemble Liedgestaltung  –  voice and piano Opera (in cooperation with the Swiss Opera Studio) Improvisation Wind Ensemble Conducting Choral Conducting Contemporary Music Composition Music Theory