It seeks to equip students with both professional and transferable skills and thus to prepare them for both musical and non-musical employment. It further aims, through an active concert life, to make a contribution to the cultural life of the University and the wider community. Most European countries are represented in the network. Reasonable fluency in the host language is usually required for France and Germany, but for minority languages, a passive understanding is acceptable. We also have an exchange programme with McGill University, Canada .
Further details are available on request.
Alexander Technique Weekly classes in Alexander Technique are held in the Department. These are invaluable for students who suffer from postural problems in performance or other academic contexts. The classes are free and open to all years. The Department has a number of exciting links with professional groups who visit on several occasions during the year to give concerts, workshops, coaching and to play student compositions. In general, membership of 2 approved orchestras or choirs is required, although gifted performers frequently take part in more.