The Preliminary Studies consist of a preparation program for entering an official study program or the Diploma in Interpretation/Composition, with an academic and artistic program designed to reinforce the student in the areas in which they need it most, to ensure that upon entering the Diploma, Degree or Master’s Degree, they will develop their potential optimally.
Content
The reasons for directing a candidate to this program can be diverse (age, low linguistic ability, lack of prior knowledge in harmony and analysis, etc.). The audition process will focus on, on the one hand, verifying the artistic potential of the candidate, as well as identifying the specific areas that need reinforcement, after which the Dean and the Artistic Director, considering the guidelines of the corresponding Professor, will design the academic and artistic program for the student.
Duration
The duration of the Preliminary Studies will be one academic year (in exceptional cases, a second year of preparation may be offered).
If the student is under 18 years of age, this study program may be renewed annually until they reach the age and academic qualifications necessary to apply for the Degree.
Within the framework of the faculty meeting of the 2nd trimester, the student’s progress and their contribution to the artistic life of the School will be assessed, and it will be decided whether the student renews, drops out, or is encouraged to apply for the ordinary annual auditions to access another program.
Demographics and Access
It will be offered to candidates under 18 years of age, and also to those who audition for Degree or Master’s Degree to whom the audition panel requires to take a year of adaptation to assess their potential and artistic development before opting for access to an official program. Access will be through ordinary Auditions either by express request or by recommendation of the court (if the candidate had applied for another title).
Artistic Commitment
In the case of students under 18 years of age who are studying for a baccalaureate, an attempt will be made to concentrate academic and artistic activities to make them compatible with secondary studies.
For students over 18 years of age, students are expected to participate in all orchestra projects, chamber groups and any other activity programmed by the School for their benefit. Absence without justified permission could jeopardize continuity in the School.
Academic Route
Access to the Preliminary Studies will be through the ordinary annual audition process of the School, and in no case guarantees automatic progression to any other program of the School.
Progression to the official Degree, Master’s Degree or Diploma program will be made only through the annual audition process, submitting an application in the ordinary way.
Check here what the School’s selection process consists of and how to apply for the access auditions:
Admission
The only selection criterion is the talent of the candidate. The process consists of several phases:
1. Online Registration
2. Preselection
3. Audition
The registration period for the 2025-2026 auditions is closed, but do not miss the opportunity to be informed about the 2026-2027 auditions.
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