Requirements for the Orchestral Instruments master’s program – Cello major
Master of Music / Major in Orchestral Instruments
1. Preselection
For the pre-selection, a total of 4 uncut videos showing artistic presentations have to be submitted with the application. The total duration of the 4 videos should not exceed 20 minutes. The following requirements apply:
- two contrasting movements from a solo suite by JS Bach without repetitions. 1 uncut video.
- one work for violoncello and orchestra of free choice with piano accompaniment. 1 uncut video.
- one work for violoncello solo or violoncello with piano of free choice. 1 uncut video.
- Orchestral pieces. 1 uncut video.
- Beethoven - Symphony no.5 2nd movement.
- Smetana - The Bartered Bride
- Tchaikovsky - Swan Lake solo
2. Presence Examination
The presence examination includes the following parts:
- Artistic presentation: the same repertoire requirements apply as in the preselection. The same works may be presented as in the preselection.
- A short reflective talk related to the artistic presentation.
The examination board reserves the right to make a selection from the prepared pieces.
Contact:
Prof. Gregor Horsch
Robert Schumann Hochschule Düsseldorf Fischerstraße 110, 40476 Düsseldorf
Fon: +49.211.49 18 -0 www.rsh-duesseldorf.de
Fon: +49.211.49 18 -0 www.rsh-duesseldorf.de