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Master of Arts in Music/Orchestra Getting ready for a career in an orchestra

This specialisation aims to prepare students for orchestra auditions and for a career in a professional orchestra. In addition to helping students develop a distinct artistic profile, it provides all the musical, technical and social skills required to start a career as a member of an ensemble.

What we offer

Some of the special features that set our courses apart:

  • Intensive one-to-one tuition with internationally renowned artists
  • Opportunity to perform in a leading position with HSLU ensembles or in cooperation with other music institutions
  • Close ties with the Lucerne Symphony Orchestra and other partner orchestras
  • Mental training for auditions

What to expect

Key aspects of the programme include

  • Weekly one-to-one tuition in the instrumental main subject
  • One-to-one tuition for specific orchestra positions
  • Ensemble and orchestra projects and external work experience
  • Regular audition trainings
  • Regular ensemble playing in individual and mixed sections 
 

Image gallery

On June 1, 2023, students performed Joseph Haydn's Creation at the MaiHof in Lucerne. The choir was composed of students from the Jazz and Classical departments and was accompanied by the HSLU Sinfonieorchester. The ensembles were led by conducting students. Images: HSLU/Priska Ketterer.

Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU
Studierende der Hochschule Luzern – Musik führen Joseph Haydns «Die Schöpfung» auf. Bilder Priska Ketterer/HSLU

Lecturers

Facts

Degree

Master of Arts in Music

Specialisation
  • Orchestra
Field of activity
Admission

All information may be found here

Entrance examinations

All information may be found here

Requirement

About the exam content

Application deadline

February 28, 2026

Commencement of studies

September 14, 2026

Semester dates

All about academic dates

Language of instruction
  • German
Head of studies/Study coordinator
Study fees

All information may be found here

Place of study

Lucerne-Kriens

Duration of studies

2 years

Time model
  • full-time

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