Master in Symphonic, Instrumental and Vocal Conducting – MDO

A comprehensive immersion plan in the professional reality of orchestral conducting

Master

The profession of orchestra conductor requires multiple skills that have to be developed independently and together for the mastery of their professional activity. The syllabus focuses on the different fields that make up the working reality of the 21st century, seeking comprehensive and multidisciplinary training that is increasingly required in the figure of the conductor. Students access each of the fields of study independently and combine the knowledge acquired in real practice with orchestras and ensembles.

Internationally renowned professionals and specialists come together in a highly ambitious programme that aims to transport students into the real and professional world of management and prepare them to face the many challenges it entails.

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Syllabus

SUBJECT I: ADVANCED MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES AND PRACTICES

  • Advanced Techniques
  • Advanced Practices
  • Rehearsal Techniques

SUBJECT II: PRACTICAL MANAGEMENT RESOURCES

  • Concert/cycle/season programming
  • Rehearsal and concert planning and management
  • Attendance and analysis/evaluation of rehearsals and various concerts

SUBJECT III: THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS

  • History, Theory and analysis of conducting: resources, documentation and methodology
  • Advanced orchestration and reduction
  • Musical Forms
  • Contemporary Counterpoint
  • Placement of bows for the string section

SUBJECT IV: SPECIALISATION LABORATORY

  • Opera and Zarzuela
  • Choir
  • Children's Choir
  • Band
  • Contemporary Music Group
  • Baroque Music Group

SUBJECT V: MASTER'S THESIS

  • Final Master's Concert

Objectives

  • To contribute to the artistic development of the director in multiple fields of professional activity.
  • To provide the theoretical and practical tools for the director to approach his or her professional future successfully.
  • To foster an open, proactive and innovative vision and attitude.
    Admission and enrolment

Admission and enrolment

Permanence and Promotion Regulations

a) Admission Process:

  1. Pre-registration for official Master’s degrees must be done through our academic platform by clicking on the ” Pre-enrolment” button.

  2. Following the pre-enrolment, the candidate must provide the official documentation scanned (not photographed) in PDF format and send them via email to documaster@katarinagurska.com

    • Higher Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (both sides). In case of finishing these studies in the current academic year, send a certificate of current enrolment. 

    • Spanish students: DNI (both sides)
    • International students: Passport
  3. After fulfilling the entry requirements for each Master’s programme, the admissions committee will communicate the result to the candidate by e-mail.

  4. If admitted, the candidate will be able to register online at the CSKG website following the instructions that will be sent once accepted.

b) Access requirements for the MDO:

  1. Full biography
  2. Motivation letter
  3. Link to YouTube with performance as a director

Send to mdo@katarinagurska.com

All students must pass a personal interview and be admitted by the Master’s management after evaluation of the material submitted in the pre-registration. The CSKG will communicate individually with pre-registered students to inform them of the selection and enrolment process. 

c) Enrolment: 

Once admitted to the Master’s Degree, students may reserve their place by formalising their enrolment through the same platform on which they pre-enrolled. The instructions for enrolment will be sent via email once the access requirements have been met.

The reservation of the place will be guaranteed exclusively upon receipt of the registration fee. This registration fee is non-refundable and includes:

  • Management and processing of academic transcripts and Master’s degree.
  • Fees for the opening of the academic record
  • Academic coordination and production costs for concerts and various performances.

d) Methods of payment

Once payment of the registration fee has been received, the student may choose one of the following methods of payment to cover the cost of the master’s degree:

  • A single payment at the time of enrolment. Transfer or direct debit
  • Payment in 2 instalments; the first at the time of enrolment and the second in February of the enrolled course. Transfer or direct debit
  • Payment in 10 consecutive monthly instalments from September to June of the course enrolled. Direct debit
  • Payment in 12 consecutive monthly instalments from September to August of the enrolled course. Direct debit

General information

Master in Symphonic, Instrumental and Vocal Conducting

  • On-site: 10 months from October to July
  • 2 monthly meetings on weekends
  • 300 teaching hours of individual and group lessons
  • Prácticas de orquesta, coros, agrupaciones y 2 pianos
  • Orchestra, choirs, ensembles and 2 pianos practices
  • Spanish and English
  • Director: Borja Quintas Melero
  • Price: 9,500€ + 500€ tuition fee

Music graduates of any age or background who aspire to develop their profession in the field of orchestral and vocal conducting. Music school or conservatory teachers who aspire to enhance their careers and improve their skills as conductors of different ensembles.

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