24 monthsProgramme duration
01 Apr, 2026Application Deadline
AugStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
MMusic
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The master Music in Society is intended for creative musicians who want to make a positive contribution to society from their profession. You will learn how to set up and carry out musical projects that can make a difference in society.
In this two-year master's programme, you will acquire the knowledge and skills you need to independently set up, perform and lead projects as a maker and musical leader for diverse target groups. Participation, inclusion and diversity are key. Based on your personal interests and artistic personality, you will immerse yourself in the musical creative process and musical leadership. You will strengthen your music-pedagogical and educational expertise.
You will learn how to develop project plans with a realistic business model and enter into structural collaborations with involved parties. In this way, you lay a solid foundation for a professional practice in which music-making and creative entrepreneurship go hand in hand and in which you can make an innovative and socially relevant contribution to the professional field.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
MMusic
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The master Music in Society is intended for creative musicians who want to make a positive contribution to society from their profession. You will learn how to set up and carry out musical projects that can make a difference in society.
In this two-year master's programme, you will acquire the knowledge and skills you need to independently set up, perform and lead projects as a maker and musical leader for diverse target groups. Participation, inclusion and diversity are key. Based on your personal interests and artistic personality, you will immerse yourself in the musical creative process and musical leadership. You will strengthen your music-pedagogical and educational expertise.
You will learn how to develop project plans with a realistic business model and enter into structural collaborations with involved parties. In this way, you lay a solid foundation for a professional practice in which music-making and creative entrepreneurship go hand in hand and in which you can make an innovative and socially relevant contribution to the professional field.
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for the Master in Music in Society, students must
already hold a Bachelor in Music Education or a Bachelor of Music
degree. Candidates should submit:
a. a motivation/cover letter explaining their reasons for wishing to take the course
b. a project proposal
c. a
digital portfolio. The portfolio must convincingly demonstrate artistic
qualities, skills in music pedagogy and entrepreneurial qualities.
We also ask you to prepare a 3-5 minute pitch for the proposal
Guidelines for the digital portfolio
• front page: name and date;
• table of overview;
• your cv;
• documentation, consisting of:
- recommendations and personal reflections on internship experiences
- professional experiences as a musical leader in the field
- assessments and diplomas
- compositions or musical arrangements
- a clear portrait photo and photos, videos and other media demonstrating your artistic, pedagogical and other relevant skills
Audition Interview
The audition interview will take place before a committee of at least three persons. During the interview, we will discuss:
• the contents of your project proposal
• your motivation letter
• your digital portfolio
The interview will take approximately 30 minutes after which we will take at least one week to inform you about our decision.
https://www.conservatoriumvanamsterdam.nl/en/study/focus-masters/music-in-society/
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