Entrance Tests for Performance, Early Music

When you apply to this programme, you need to take an entrance examination test. Here is everything you need to know to complete the test.

Application code: KMH-22000

Test 1 – Digital audition

The first test is a digital one, where you are required to submit a performance video and a presentation text. Based on this, a selection is made to determine which applicants will proceed to the next test.

After the application deadline has passed, applicants who have submitted their application at universityadmissions.se External link. will receive instructions via email on how to upload their test to KMH. You are therefore encouraged to prepare Test 1 in advance, before receiving the email.

Performance video

Record a 5–10-minute video of one or two pieces of your choice, representative of your instrument or vocal range and demonstrating your instrumental/vocal technical ability as well as your musical ability. Relevant accompaniment is provided by the applicant.

Instructions for the video recording:

For your video to be admissible, you need to

• Provide proof of your identity by showing a photo ID card together with your face in the video. State the name of the piece you will perform and the test code.
• Perform your piece. Your face and your hands must be visible throughout the entire video. It should be easy to see both you and your instrument.
• Record your video in one single uninterrupted take. No clips or other edits are allowed.
• It is fine to make your video with a mobile phone, but make sure your setup allows you to record without too much room acoustic, distortion, or noise. All recordings should have good image quality with sharp focus and good light.
• Allowed formats are MP4 or MOV. Try to keep the file size around 500 MB if possible. Click here for a guide External link, opens in new window. on how to compress your video and reduce the file size.
  

If you do not follow these instructions, and we find that your video shows signs of modification, your audition may be disqualified from consideration.

Presentation text

The Master's programme includes an artistic master thesis project. Write 1 A4 page with a preliminary project idea for the master thesis.

Write a brief CV where you present your education and other activities that are relevant to your application.

Make a repertoire list with the names of your prepared pieces for the entrance examination (including possible Test 2).

The presentation text must include personal details, the programme, application code, and instrument you are applying for. It should be submitted in PDF format.

Test code: LS 21.2 Huvudämne tidig musik – Step 1
Test time: approx. 5-10 minutes
Assessment: The test is qualifying, and the result is evaluated on a pass (1) or fail (0) basis. The jury assesses your technical skill and musical performance.

Your result will be notified by email. All passing applicants will proceed to the next test.

Test 2 – Audition main instrument

This audition is conducted on-site on campus.

Play or sing a 15-20 minutes long program with music of different characters, representative of your instrument or vocal range. For the vocal applicant, the following languages must be represented: Italian, French, German and English. For the recorder applicant, the program can also include contemporary works.

A short sight-reading test may also be included.

Print and bring your CV, your repertoire list, and your project idea for the artistic master thesis project in four copies, and present them to the jury. The jury may ask questions about your project idea and hold a brief conversation with you about your background and future plans regarding music.

If you want accompaniment, it will be possible to play with harpsichord, organ or piano. Please note that you would need to send sheet music in advance to KMH.

Test code: LS 21.2 Huvudämne tidig musik – Step 2
Test time: approx. 15-30 minutes
Assessment: The test is qualifying and a basis for selection. 0-50 p, of which 25 p are required for a pass.

Assessment criteria

The jury conducts a comprehensive evaluation of the candidate’s artistic expression, technical proficiency, and stylistic awareness.