International Magnus Piano Competition dedicated to F.Liszt
International Magnus Piano Competition dedicated to F.Liszt
Application will open on 1st of September, 2021
International Magnus piano competition PRIZES-converted
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International Magnus piano competition PRIZES-converted
Congratulations to the new Professor of VMU Music Academy Piano Department, pianist Alexander Paley!
Kviečiame į nuotolinį koncertą! VDU MA Pianistai Valstybinėje Kauno Filharmonijos Didžiojoje salėje
We are pleased to invite you to the first part of a wonderful online concert given by talented pianists of the VMU Music Academy! Event could be found here:
The competition for Erasmus+ student or Erasmus+ recent graduate traineeship scholarships
VMU International Relations Office and VMU Music Academy invite all full-time degree students who want to participate in the competition for Erasmus+ student or Erasmus+ recent graduate traineeship scholarships should submit their application documents until 31/05/2021.
Note, those students who are graduating studies on June 2021 and wish to take part in Erasmus+ recent graduate traineeship, this is the last deadline to apply.
Application Documents:
– application form;
– confirmation of the host organization / enterprise (according to the International Cooperation Department’s confirmed form);
– recommendation of the faculty member (only for recent graduate traineeship).
Selection Criteria:
– student’s motivation;
– good knowledge of the language which will be used during the traineeship;
– student’s work, study, traineeship, participation in the international / academic projects, social activities experience in Lithuania and abroad;
– conformability between the chosen traineeship and student’s study programme;
– study results (first year master degree students should attach transcript of records of their bachelor / master degree to the application form).
Priority is given:
– to students whom placement is an obligatory part of their study programme;
– to students who have never been Erasmus traineeship student before.
Placement period – from 2 to 6 months (the latest date of the ending for recent graduates – in a year after graduation).
Results will be announced via email on 15/06/2021.
Good news! The Music Academy has got its own YouTube channel…
…where you can find the records of current and Alumni members of the VMU MA community.
Congratulations to Diana Pilate
Competition DIANA PILATE MOSCOW
120 participants competed in the online edition of the International Grand Music Competition Moscow, Russia in the period 25 September – 1 October 2020.
Talented musicians and vocal performers from China, USA, Germany, Poland, Russia, Moldova, Republic of Korea, Vietnam, North Macedonia, Lithuania, Latvia, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Italy, Australia, Portugal, Indonesia, Bulgaria, India and Israel presented the beauty of their art in front of the limitless audience with two videos of their performances.
Jury:
Wind instruments:
Nikolay Popov, Russia – Soloist of the Bolshoi Theater Orchestra of Russia, flutist, saxophonist, arranger and composer, professor of MGIM named after A. G. Schnittke. Dmitriy Tagan, Mongoliya – Saxophonist, international competitions laureate.
The competition is dedicated to the international day of music.
Founders and organizers:
ANO Center of Culture and Arts “Grand”, Moscow city
Partner European Association of Folklore Festivals-ICH Partner of UNESCO
https://eaff.eu/en/festivals/925-2746-international-grand-music-competition-online
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Studies plan for Music Academy students (Bachelors and Master degree)
Here are studies plan for Music Academy students
These plans are temporarily downloadable files in MS Word format.
Bachelor’s grid to download, click this link
Master’s grid to download, click this link
After some time they will be available in HTML format.
New partner
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New partner!
Music Academy is proceeding collaboration with Italy. One more Erasmus Inter-Institutional Agreement has been signed. We are glad to welcome our new partner – Conservatorio Statale di Musica L. D‘Annunzio! Partner’s website here |
MASTERCLASSES FOR MUSICIANS AT THE BALTIC SUMMER UNIVERSITY
7-12 August, 2017
This summer Vytautas Magnus University is hosting the Baltic Summer University. We offer a variety of courses to boost your professional skills, experience different cultures and meet new people.
Masterclasses for Musicians, opening on 7th of August, will offer a wide variety of practical lessons for young and advanced musicians involving various disciplines – classical singing, jazz singing, accordion, piano, and strings. Lessons will be tailored to each individual or a group of individuals to cover auditions, development of instrumental or vocal techniques for musical expression.
The collaborative and constructive learning environment will be created to learn from music educators who will provide extensive and inspirational coaching. All the aspects of the participants’ performance will be improved in a friendly, creative and supportive environment.
The final concert of all the participants is offered as the last activity of the masterclasses, thus the participants who successfully achieved learning outcomes will be offered the possibility to compose the orchestra or perform as singers.
While learning all the amazing new things, a variety of social events, activities and trips to enjoy together with your summer school fellow students will be offered.
Just have a look at what we have to offer for your greatest discovery of Summer 2017!
More information about MASTERCLASSES FOR MUSICIANS:
http://balticsummeruniversity.com/courses/masterclasses/
REGISTER NOW:
http://balticsummeruniversity.com/
Information for Master degree study programme
VMU Music Academy presentation
| OVERVIEW | The content of the programme adequately correspond the most recent advances in science, art and technology. Students are acquainted with the theory and practice of creative activities, improvisation, artistic project management, art marketing, and research methodology. Students are free to choose composers from various eras (including the latest) and nationalities for their final examinations and the final project. Graduate students are encouraged to pursue the most modern forms of performance, which helps them integrate into and position themselves within the context of the contemporary art scene.
It must be also noted that master classes are led by the most regarded virtuosos in their fields and numerous visiting professors. It truly improves the students’ familiarity with the latest and the most unique artistic developments. The lecturing pedagogues are active and acknowledged artists with national and international acclaim. They are members of various associations and bring a high level of competence. The professional competence is an important factor in fulfilling the purpose of the programme. Some of the lecturers belong to international organizations which are related to their professional or organizational activities. Specializations: Accordion, Jazz-Singing, Piano, Piano – Accompaniment, Scenic Genres Singing, String Instruments (Violin, Guitar), Chamber – String Instrument (Violin, Guitar), Chamber – Winds Instrument (Clarinet, Flute, Trumpet), Wind Instrument (Clarinet, Flute, Trumpet).
Area of studies: Сreative Arts and Music Faculty: Music Academy Name of Qualification: Master of Music, Performer |
| Feedback of lecturers and students | “Music Academy of Vytautas Magnus University is a full-fledged member of the European Association of conservatoires, is active in other international organizations. Music Academy degree programmes are accredited by international experts. Our students are employed in Lithuania and the European Union concert organizations”.
Doc. Dr. Saulius Gerulis, dean of Music Academy |
| Competencies acquired | · Analyse and evaluate artistic and creative processes and the developing areas of music (creation, comprehension, usage and spread) as a part of culture;
· Prepare an artistic performance by making use of a provided repertoire; · Perform different styles, genres and forms of music while displaying one’s own individuality along with the composer’s; · Perform in various cultural and social environments and projects; · Compare performances of different artists and compositions, recognize, analyse and compare elements of music from different eras and genres; · Be able to present the relevant details of a composition’s historical context to the listeners and other performers. |
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| Career opportunities | Graduates will be able to work in the following professional fields of work:
· Play; sing in ensembles, musical collectives. · Perform roles, play in an orchestra or sing in a choir at various theatres. · Establish their own ensembles, musical collectives. · Pursue personal pedagogical practice of preparing. · Pursue personal pedagogical practice of teaching adults who want to learn an instrument or improve their vocal skills. · Pursue a solo career. · Take part in musical projects. · Continue studying at the doctoral level. · Write educational or professional papers for websites and musical journals. |
| Contacts | Music Academy (inquiries regarding study programme)
Vice-dean for international students Dr. Eilina Dailidienė, eilina.dailidiene@vdu.lt Address I V.Čepinskio g. 5, room 433, LT- 46257, Kaunas, Lithuania Website I www.ma.vdu.lt/en Contact person for international students Department Tutor Greta Stasytienė, g.stasytiene@ma.vdu.lt Address I V.Čepinskio g. 5, room 401, LT- 46257, Kaunas, Lithuania Website I www.ma.vdu.lt/en International Cooperation Department (inquiries regarding application and admission) E-mail I studies@vdu.lt Visiting Address I V. Putvinskio g. 23, Room No. 211 LT-44249 Kaunas, Lithuania Mailing Address I K. Donelaičio g. 58, LT-44248 Kaunas, Lithuania Website I http://www.vdu.lt/en/ Facebook I https://www.facebook.com/VytautasMagnusUniversity Pinterest I https://www.pinterest.com/vytautasmagnus/ |
| ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
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· Bachelor of Music degree and professional qualification of an artist. Applicants to the Performing Arts programme must be graduates of bachelor studies belonging to the same or related field.
· Proof of English Language: applicant has to present document proving B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (TOEFL 87 iBT/534, IELTS 5.5 or any other document proving B2 level) if the applicant had not received education in English. After admission all students will be tested for English language level at the Institute of Foreign Languages at Vytautas Magnus University. If English level will be below B2 students have to study English to reach B2 level in first two semesters of Master studies. Students have to self-fund English studies. · Portfolio (playbills of concerts, list of CD, links of musical activities, etc.) · Bachelor degree diploma video (while applying the link of video can be indicated in the CV or portfolio). · Admission score is counted based on: Arithmetic average of all subjects of Bachelor’s degree diploma* 0,2 + the artist’s portfolio delivery* 0,1+ motivation letter * 0,3 + diplomas of international competitions* 0,1 + bachelor degree diploma examination video (should be indicasted in CV) * 0,3.
Note: After admission and arrival at Vytautas Magnus University for studies at Music Academy audition will be organized. If the performance level is not sufficient to study, studies might be terminated. |
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| APPLICATION & ADMISSION | Application and admission procedure http://www.vdu.lt/en/studies/degree-studies/application-and-admission-procedure/
Apply now https://vytautasmagnus.dreamapply.com/ |
