Baroque Bassoon
This is a multifaceted degree programme in which as many aspects of the subject of 'historical bassoon' as possible are taught:
- individual private lessons (technique, études, repertoire from various periods and for various period instruments: dulcian, Baroque bassoon, Classical bassoon; and Romantic bassoon if the student so wishes
- regular group lessons
- reed making workshops
- methodology (teaching)
- chamber music and ensembles taught by various teachers
- orchestral repertoire, orchestra class and participation in orchestra projects
- the Sweelinck Baroque Orchestra class is held once a week under the guidance of various teachers
- regular evening group recitals
- coaching
- participation in masterclasses
- lectures
- attending the rehearsals and concerts of acclaimed orchestras and ensembles
Admission requirements
Audition candidates will be selected on the basis of a video recording to be submitted digitally via the application form. Recordings must be received by February 1st at the latest. The video repertoire consists of a diverse selection from the required audition repertoire of maximum 15 minutes.
Audition repertoire
- two pieces from different stylistic periods
- basso continuo, one movement
A programme description will be published here soon.
Admission requirements
Audition candidates will be selected on the basis of a video recording to be submitted digitally via the application form. Recordings must be received by February 1st at the latest. The video repertoire consists of a diverse selection from the required audition repertoire of maximum 15 minutes.
Audition repertoire
A diverse programme of maximum 50 minutes, consisting of pieces from different style periods. During your audition you will be asked to play a part of this programme.