RECORDINGS AND PORTFOLIO

 

 

INSTRUMENTAL (performance & education)  

We recommend uploading three pieces with a total length of approximately 10 minutes. The pieces can be freely chosen. However, to showcase the broadest range of your abilities, it is advisable to select pieces from different musical areas or composers.

 

Voice  

  • BA Voice: 4 art songs & 2 arias of different styles and composers (of which 1 piece has be presented in German language!)
  • MA Vocal Performance: 3 art songs,  1 oratorio & 2 opera arias (of which 2 pieces have to be presented in German language)
  • MA Stage Performance: 4 opera arias of different styles, epoches and composers (of which one piece has to be scenic!)
  • MA Art Song Oratorio: 4 art songs, 2 oratorios (of which at least 2 pieces have to be presented in German language!)

NOTE:
All pieces, except oratorios, have to be presented by heart.
The file name of the recording has to include the type of the piece (eg. "Aria - Königin der Nacht, Zauberflöte, Mozart.mp4")

 

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT EDUCATION (Rhythmics)  

Two recordings with a length of 3 minutes each:

  • Solo performance of a self-composed or improvised instrumental piece
  • Solo choreography or movement improvisation to music of your choice

 

FILM ACADEMY (Screenplay Writing and Dramaturgy)  

  • Scripts (Screenplays) in German or English language (up to a max. of 100 minutes)
  • If available: Examples of filmed screenplays (in German or English language)
  • Completed questionnaire (the questionnaire is only available in German, but the answers can also be provided in English)
  • Lessons will ONLY be held in German

 

COMPOSITION  

1-2 representative works from the field of the major subject

 

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY - DOCTORAL STUDIES  

Dissertation concept:

  • This should include the topic, the research question, its relation to the respective scientific research field, and why the research is needed, as well as the relevant methodological and theoretical considerations. Explanations should be given in light of current research literature.
  • Length: approx. 5-7 pages  
  • Please note that even the dissertation concept must follow the rules of good scientific practice.
  • in German or Englisch language
  • We also ask you get in contact with a supervisor at the mdw in advance.

 

DOCTOR ARTIUM  

A written description of the dissertation project:

  • general description of the dissertation project / overview
  • project goal(s), artistic research issues, their context and (international) relevance
  • intended methods
  • the weighting in percentages of the artistic and/or academic sub-disciplines which are relevant for the project
  • forms of documentation and dissemination which might be suitable
  • the position of your own project in relation to society and social relevance
  • the potential effect of the project
  • possibly: national and international networking
  • other content-related aspects, ethical questions, added value (optional)

 

CONTACT

Bianca Ziegler
Student Mobility Incomings
T +43 1 71155-7421
ziegler-b@mdw.ac.at