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Composition and Performance of Electronic Music

The digital revolution has also affected music creation, from the concert hall to the film industry. This advanced music degree offers you the opportunity to master modern composition techniques. On the Composition and Performance of Electronic Music programme, you’ll learn how to compose electronic music for performance, film and web projects, as well as expanding your knowledge of sound art and its technical implementation. This is the first Master’s degree of its kind in Lithuania, opening up a wide range of career opportunities in the growing digital music market.

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Programme values

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Valued by industry leaders

During your studies, you will meet real music industry professionals. The programme is taught by renowned electronic music composers and producers such as Antanas Jasenka, Jonas Jurkūnas, Titas Petrikis and Andrius Laucevičius. They will share their knowledge and experience to help you develop and prepare for a career in the music industry. 

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Inspiring learning environment

The programme gives you the opportunity to learn as well as to compose. Using the advanced KTU sound recording studio and computer classroom, you will be able to gain skills in working with professional equipment. Practitioners from the worlds of music, theatre, television and events will help you with your creative projects. 

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Real-world cases

Studying electronic music composition and performance, you will work with cutting-edge software such as Ableton, Cubase and Samplitude. Practical projects, concerts and sound recording will help you gain valuable skills in preparation for a career in the music industry. 

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New Freedom to shape your path

You will have the freedom to choose from many alternative modules, which will allow you to create a personalised learning path and develop your skills according to your personal interests and career goals. 

Career opportunities

Blend creativity with technology, take the stage, and become a creator in the world of electronic music.
In the Composition and Performance of Electronic Music programme, you will master advanced music technologies, compose and perform electronic pieces, and develop hands-on skills in sound recording, stage performance, and creative production. With guidance from experienced tutors and practical projects, you will gain the expertise needed to enter the music industry and build a successful career in this dynamic field.

Here are some of the careers you can pursue after your studies:

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Electronic Music Composer and Performer

Creates original electronic music compositions, applying contemporary technologies and creative methods to a wide range of musical genres.

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Creative Project Manager

Plans, coordinates and implements creative art projects and curates the work of other artists.

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Music Innovator

Changes and expands the way music is created, performed and perceived, using new ideas, contemporary technologies and methods.

Admission requirements and programme structure

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Field – music
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Form, duration full-time studies (1,5 yr.)
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Language – lithuanian
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Degree awarded – master of arts
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Yearly price i : full-time studies – 10425 €, price per credit – 173,75 €
Good to know
  • Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
  • Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
  • On-campus – learning on the university premises.
  • Blended – learning on the university premises and online.
  • Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
  • Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
  • On-campus – learning on the university premises.
  • Blended – learning on the university premises and online.
  • Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
  • Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
  • On-campus – learning on the university premises.

The programme is only conducted in Lithuanian language. Entry requirements for this particular programme can be found in the programme description provided in Lithuanian language.

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Testimonials

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The combination of electronic music composition, performance and new media technologies encourages experimentation and the creation of a unique artistic style. The knowledge I have gained has been crucial for my career, allowing me to express myself in various fields such as computer games, short films and radio stations. What I liked most is that the exams here are not traditional – instead of the usual texts, they turn into concerts where we present our own works.

Nikita Čižauskas
1st year student
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I returned to studying after a break of almost 20 years. Most of that time was spent working with music and the technologies and processes involved. It is a very active and constantly evolving field, so the need to improve my professional knowledge and skills is constant. Since graduating, my newly acquired competencies have significantly broadened my creative and professional activities.

Laurynas Baškys
KTU alumnus, Director at Lapės Records

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FAQ

This programme has a Lithuanian-only curriculum and all the learning and assessment processes are carried out in the Lithuanian language.

The timetable is adjusted according to the availability of applicants, but usually takes place on weekdays in the first half of the week.

The KTU study programme Composition and Performance of Electronic Music is unique because of the opportunity for students to work with professional equipment, create innovative compositions, gain practical experience, participate in international exchange programmes and collaborate with other artists.

 

Contacts

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