This is a multifaceted degree programme in which as many aspects of the subject of 'historical oboe' as possible are taught:

• individual private lessons (technique, études, repertoire from various periods and for various period instruments: Baroque oboe, oboe da caccia, oboe d'amore, Classical oboe, Romantic oboe
• regular group lessons. These are taught by the teacher and sometimes by the students (under supervision of the teacher).
• 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, giving participants a chance to work on oboe concertos, in addition to other opportunities
• monthly 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 entire sonatas in different styles, for instance French (Hotteterre, Philidor, Couperin) and Italian (Sammartini, Handel, Telemann).