Master's Degree in Conducting
The four-semester Master's degree programme in conducting or ensemble conducting can be studied with different specializations: Orchestral Conducting / Wind Ensemble Conducting, Choral Conducting or Ensemble Conducting (Guitar). The focus is on developing interpretations of works for orchestra/choir and large ensembles and making them ready for performance. Practical aspects of this work include conducting technique, rehearsal technique, listening skills, imagination and shaping orchestral sound, communication skills, and leadership skills.
Study regulations
MA-XI-20-1 Orchestra conducting
MA-XI-20-3 Choir conducting
MA-XI-20-4 Ensemble conducting (guitar)
(All module handbooks are only available in German)
Master's degree in conducting, focus on wind orchestra conducting: Since 2005, the Trossingen University of Music has offered the subject of wind orchestra conducting, which can now be studied as a secondary profile in the bachelor's degree program, and then again as a focus in the master's degree program "Orchestral Conducting." The aim is to offer students a further professional perspective in the field of conducting wind ensembles in addition to the qualification to teach and make music. For regular practical work, a cooperation model with the Baden-Württemberg State Police Orchestra (Landespolizeiorchester Baden-Württemberg) was created in 2017. Conducting practice can thus be gained regularly with a professional ensemble. Classes at the University take place in close contact with the members of the orchestra. The students are supervised by professors of the University as well as by the principal conductor of the Baden-Württemberg State Police Orchestra (honorary professorship at the University).
To ensure the quality and further development of the program, the orchestra office supervises the courses. In addition, regular meetings take place between the professors of the Univeristy and the chief conductor of the Baden-Württemberg State Police Orchestra.