Bachelor
Flute
Our flute class is an international class with a methodical approach of the instrument for very talented flautists.
Maastricht is not only a lovely city to study in, its Conservatorium has an excellent dynamic curriculum thanks to varied projects, Eramus exchanges, etc. In the Bachelor’s programme, you will focus on a solid basic technique and instrumental expressiveness. Gradually, you will learn to accomplish your goals and work towards the Master’s degree. Once in the Master’s programme, we will develop your unique personality and help you achieve your full potential, so you will be ready to enter professional life with a solid foundation of multi-disciplinary excellence.
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Meet your lecturers
Curriculum
Curriculum
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Major Flute |
More info |
Year 1 |
Year 2 |
Year 3 |
Year 4 |
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Main Subject and Components related to the Main Subject |
24 |
26 |
29 |
47 |
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Main Subject Wind Instruments |
24 |
26 |
29 |
47 |
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Professional Development |
3 |
3 |
3 |
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Basic Digital Tools |
2 |
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Health and Well-Being |
1 |
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Basic Teaching Skills Instrument Specific Methodology |
1 |
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Basic Teaching Skills Lectures |
1 |
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Studio Recording Preparation |
1 |
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Your Art as a Business Basic Course |
2 |
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Your Art as a Business Electives |
1 |
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Music Theory |
25 |
23 |
12 |
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Skills Lab |
8 |
8 |
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Creative Lab |
8 |
8 |
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Capstone |
4 |
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History of Music |
4 |
2 |
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Choir Classical (General) |
2 |
2 |
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Applied Piano Classical |
3 |
3 |
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Elective Theory Modules |
8 |
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Ensemble |
8 |
8 |
8 |
6 |
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Projects Symphonic Orchestra/Wind Orchestra |
4 |
4 |
4 |
4 |
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Chamber Music |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
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Wind Band Lessons |
2 |
2 |
2 |
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Minor |
8 |
7 |
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Free Space |
8 |
7 |
Before you apply
Admission
requirements
First round
The audition consists of two rounds. For the first round, the candidate needs to record an introduction video and performance videos that contain:
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Introduction video: A short introduction of him/herself in English: talk about your musical experiences, your motivation to study music, your main subject and why you choose to audition at Conservatorium Maastricht.
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Performance videos: In these videos, the candidate demonstrates his/her artistic and technical skills. Etudes and recital pieces can be recorded in two different videos without any cuts or any edits. The candidate should start by speaking their name and student number of Conservatorium Maastricht. The videos should contain the following:
Études
Perform three études of contrasting character
We give here some examples to indicate the level. The candidate is free to choose études from other étude books:
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L. Drouet: 25 Études célèbres
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L. Hugues: 40 Studies Op.101
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P. Jeanjean: etudes modernes
Recital pieces
Perform two recital pieces/movements of sonatas of contrasting character
We give here some examples to indicate the level. The candidate is free to choose repertoire by other composers:
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W.A. Mozart: Andante for flute and orchestra
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G.Fauré: Fantaisie for flute and piano
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C. Saint-Saëns: Romance for flute and piano
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Roussel: Andante and Scherzo
Additional video’s (not required): The candidate may provide concert video registrations.
The videos should be uploaded to an online platform such as YouTube.com or Vimeo.com. It is the candidate’s responsibility to make sure that the video links work.
Second round
In the second round, the candidate is invited for an online theory test which determines whether the candidate is admissible. More information about the theory test may be found here.
Furthermore, the audition committee may decide to invite the candidate for an online or in-person live audition after reviewing the video material. The repertoire for the live audition remains the same. Additional repertoire requests can be made by the committee. Additionally, the theory department may re-invite the candidate for a level test to determine whether the candidate can start the theory program on a higher level.