The specific research directions of the Theoretical Faculty are: Composition (musical creation), Conducting (musical interpretation), Musicology (musicological research), Music Education and Didactics, Information and Communication Technologies in the musical field, Folklore.
The Theoretical Faculty comprises two departments:
– Department of Musical Composition and Conducting
– Department of Musicology
Specializations (study programs):
A. Composition
Undergraduate studies – 4 years, full-time courses, 240 credits, accredited program.
The specific objectives of the program are in line with labour market requirements. Upon graduation, students will possess the competencies and knowledge level corresponding to the specialization: functioning of traditional free or complex patterns using, contemporary musical language; ability to define national character within the context of contemporary language; ability to independently perform formal morphological-syntactic analyses, highlighting melodic, harmonic-polyphonic, and stylistic aspects of contemporary musical forms; progressive construction and definition of the proposed compositional project; integrating it into the broader issue of contemporary language and style; assessing artistry as a vision that integrates aesthetic goals, overall unity, and technical detail in the service of expression.
The values and attitudes promoted by the program favour extensive documentation, formulating and arguing personal opinions and visions, well-founded evaluation, objective self-assessment, effective teamwork techniques, and encoding and decoding sound configurations using specific principles and methods.
Occupations corresponding to the qualifications obtained by graduates (according to COR 2019): composer; musical illustrator; chorister; music consultant; musical secretary; music copyist; singer; disc jockey; video jockey; master of ceremonies; opera prompter; artistic consultant in the musical field; sound director (dependant on the completion of the optional Sound Musical Direction course); reporter in the musical field; editor in the musical field (publishing house, publication, radio, TV); proofreader (in publishing houses/editors/musical profile publications); archivist in institutions/sections with a musical profile (subject to completion of a specialization course in library science at the institution or organized by another institution accredited by MEN); librarian in institutions/sections with a musical profile (dependant on the completion of a specialization course in library science at the institution or organized by another institution accredited by MEN); documentarian in institutions/sections with a musical profile (subject to completion of a specialization course in library science at the institution or organized by another institution accredited by MEN).
B. Musicology
Undergraduate studies – 4 years, full-time courses, 240 credits, accredited program.
The study program aims to assimilate the necessary knowledge for training qualified specialists in the field of musicology, competitive at national and international levels, capable of applying musicological knowledge in various occupations in the field. The program ensures the development of the following competencies necessary for the employment and integration of graduates in cultural and educational institutions: establishing a correct correlation between the musical text and sound configuration (chamber/vocal/symphonic/vocal symphonic, with a high degree of complexity), based on acquired auditory and musical literacy skills (including internal musical hearing); correct use of classical and modern writing techniques and fundamental methods of musical analysis; analysis of musical works based on the identification and description of stylistic characteristics and consideration of the cultural context; correct and functional use of basic interpretative technique elements (member and conductor of a choral ensemble, piano interpretation); the development of musicological studies and music criticism, by covering all stages (from conception to execution), with the integration of acquired musical knowledge and skills, alongside the contribution of personal creativity and the capacities for analysis and synthesis.
The program aims to develop the following values and attitudes: integrity and professional ethics; fostering teamwork ability, empathy, and tolerance; involvement and responsibility; positive work attitude, creativity cultivation; initiative and desire for continuous improvement; and fostering critical thinking.
Occupations corresponding to the qualifications obtained by graduates (according to COR 2019): musicologist; musical secretary; music critic; research assistant in music; chorister; music consultant; musical illustrator; music copyist; singer; disc jockey; video jockey; master of ceremonies; opera prompter; artistic consultant in the musical field; sound director (subject to completion of the optional Sound Musical Direction course); proofreader (in publishing houses/editors/musical profile publications); editor in the musical field (publishing house, publication, radio, TV); reporter in the musical field; archivist in institutions/sections with a musical profile (subject to completion of a specialization course in library science at the institution or organized by another institution accredited by MEN); museum curator in the musical field; librarian in institutions/sections with a musical profile (dependant on the completion of a specialization course in library science at the institution or organized by another institution accredited by MEN); documentarian in institutions/sections with a musical profile (dependant on the completion of a specialization course in library science at the institution or organized by another institution accredited by MEN); music teacher (only with a certificate of completion of the Level I/initial Educational Psychology Training Program) in general and vocational/specialized pre-university education (gymnasium, primary, and preschool – musical kindergartens).
C. Conducting
Undergraduate studies – 4 years, full-time courses, 240 credits, accredited program.
The general objectives of the program are: ensuring specialized theoretical and practical training; developing the ability to analyse and assimilate musical works in symphonic, choral, vocal-symphonic genres; correlated development of musical skills and intellectual abilities; developing communication skills and group work abilities; developing self-assessment capabilities. The competencies formed through the study program reflect the connection between the program’s mission and objectives and its title, as follows: knowing and theoretically and practically operating with the elements of musical language in its complex forms; knowing and recognizing reference musical creations, correlating them with music history, and analytically operating with genre, form, and style categories; developing interpretative skills and techniques in conducting; conducting a complex and varied orchestral/choral repertoire presented in concerts and public events; knowing and applying didactic principles, strategies, techniques, and teaching and evaluation methods, training school orchestral ensembles (only for graduates of the Level I/initial Educational Psychology Training Program).
Values and attitudes promoted throughout the study program are: firm orientation towards a professional standard of quality, based on in-depth knowledge; authenticity of communication within the artistic act; confidence in personal potential; emotional management (personally and in artistic expression); realism and responsibility in career-related decisions; ethics of positions of artistic leadership, fostering respect and non-discrimination on social and intellectual-professional levels; independence in thought and action; awareness of the need for lifelong learning; motivation and flexibility with regards to new and emerging types and technologies; openness and adaptability to labour market demands.
Occupations corresponding to the qualifications obtained by graduates: conductor; music consultant; chorister; choir master; musical secretary; musical illustrator; music copyist; singer; disc jockey; video jockey; master of ceremonies; opera prompter; artistic consultant in the musical field; sound director (subject to completion of the optional Sound Musical Direction course); reporter in the musical field; editor in the musical field (publishing house, publication, radio, TV); proofreader (in publishing houses/editors/musical profile publications); archivist in institutions/sections with a musical profile (dependant on the completion of a specialization course in library science at the institution or organized by another institution accredited by MEN); librarian in institutions/sections with a musical profile (dependant on the completion of a specialization course in library science at the institution or organized by another institution accredited by MEN); documentarian in institutions/sections with a musical profile (dependant on the completion of a specialization course in library science at the institution or organized by another institution accredited by MEN); music teacher (only with a certificate of completion of the Level I/initial Educational Psychology Training Program) in general and vocational/specialized pre-university education (gymnasium, primary, and preschool – musical kindergartens); orchestra teacher (conductor) (only with a certificate of completion of the Level I/initial Educational Psychology Training Program, depending on the direction of studies) in compulsory vocational pre-university education.
D. Music
Undergraduate studies – 3 years, full-time courses, 180 credits, accredited program.
The study program ensures knowledge and recognition of reference musical creations in direct correlation with music history data, operating with musical terminology and genre, form, or style categories, knowledge and use of musical language in its complex forms, and knowledge and application of didactic principles, strategies, techniques, and evaluation methods.
Values and attitudes promoted by the program favour the development of musical skills, intellectual abilities, and creativity, communication skills, and teamwork, along with essential self-assessment capabilities.
Occupations that can be practiced in the labour market:
– Chorister – 265205
– Documentarian – 265255
– Music reporter – 265253
– Teacher in gymnasium education – 233002, in general or vocational education (only with a certificate of completion of the Level I/initial Educational Psychology Training Program)
Other occupations, according to the qualification and title awarded, following the competencies ensured by the study program.
Competencies:
1. Knowledge and recognition of reference musical creations, correlating them with music history data, operating with genre, form, and style categories.
2. Theoretical and practical application (vocal and instrumental) of the elements of musical language in its complex forms.
3. Correct use of elements of vocal technique and their application in different musical genres and styles.
4. Designing and conducting documentation on works from various musical genres and styles.
5. Organizing and leading vocal and instrumental school ensembles.
6. Knowing and applying didactic principles, strategies, techniques, and evaluation methods (only for graduates of the Level I/initial Educational Psychology Training Program).
7. Classroom and didactic project management (only for graduates of the Level I/initial Educational Psychology Training Program).
E. Music (in English)
Undergraduate studies – 3 years, full-time courses, 180 credits, accredited program.
The main mission of the Music (in English) study program is to train highly qualified specialists in the music field, on a competitive level in both national and international labour markets. The study program and the diversity of elective modules it includes converge towards fulfilling the mission of ANMGD, which is to train musicians with a high level of specialization. Through its curriculum, the program aligns with European higher education standards, ensuring a learning experience based on the partnership between teachers and students, and interactive learning. The central mission of the program is to prepare specialists for teaching in pre-university education. The program aims to ensure the assimilation of basic concepts and practices of music education; develop motivation for the teaching profession; stimulate interest in the interpretative and creative aspects of musical training; integrate knowledge, skills, and attitudes (including values and judgments) into abilities; and harmonize knowledge and skills with labour market requirements.
The values and attitudes promoted are: integrity and professional ethics; fostering teamwork ability, empathy, and tolerance; involvement and responsibility; positive work attitude, creativity cultivation; initiative and desire for continuous improvement; and fostering critical thinking.
Occupations that can be practiced in the labour market:
– Chorister – 265205
– Documentarian – 265255
– Music reporter – 265253
– Teacher in gymnasium education – 233002, in general or vocational education (only with a certificate of completion of the Level I/initial Educational Psychology Training Program)
Other occupations, according to the qualification and title awarded, following the competencies ensured by the study program.
Competencies:
– Knowledge and recognition of reference musical creations, correlating them with music history data, operating with genre, form, and style categories.
– Theoretical and practical application (vocal and instrumental) of the elements of musical language in its complex forms.
– Correct use of vocal technique elements and their application in different musical genres and styles.
– Designing and conducting documentation on works from various musical genres and styles.
– Organizing and leading vocal and instrumental school ensembles.
– Knowing and applying didactic principles, strategies, techniques, and evaluation methods (only for graduates of the Level I/initial Educational Psychology Training Program).
– Classroom and didactic project management (only for graduates of the Level I/initial Educational Psychology Program).