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Admission requirements Composition

Generally

  • Sufficient affinity with the field of composition and its repertoire
  • Sufficient possibilities for developments
  • Show sufficient drive to study and enthusiasm for music and composition


Composition
Candidates are required to submit most representative works, a maximum of three that show the stylistic development (written scores, video, audio – all media are welcome), a description of the works (pdf), and motivation letter (A4); these works must demonstrate sufficient talent in composition.
 

Submission of composition portfolio:

  • Please submit your composition portfolio via email to asc@codarts.nl by providing a Google Drive link to your files.
  • Make sure to clearly mention the department, study program, name, and surname, in the subject line of the email: Ex. Classical Music - Bachelor Composition - John Doe
  • Please also ensure that your name and surname are clearly indicated on all files, your motivation letter, and other media.
  • The deadline for submission is the same as the application deadline: 4 February 2024.
     

Live Audition
The live audition will start with a short presentation of 5 to 10 minutes from the candidates about their most representative compositions. After that, there will be a discussion with the committee about the portfolio that the candidates have submitted which includes works, scores, arrangements, and a motivation letter. The candidates do not need to prepare any practical performance on your instrument.