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Applying and Auditioning

The Barenboim-Said Akademie’s admissions process has two main stages: applying and auditioning. The application period opens each autumn for entry in the following academic year (Winter Semester). 

Our application portal for the Bachelor of Music, Master of Music, Preparatory Program and Artist Diploma for the 2026-27 academic year will open in November 2025 and close in January 2026. Find the program that is the best fit for you. Learn more about pre-screening and audition requirements and consult our Frequently Asked Questions on the Admissions page.

Application Winter semester 2025/26

Last updated: October 2024

For the 2025-26 academic year, the Barenboim-Said Akademie will be accepting applications for the Bachelor of Music, Master of Music, Preparatory Program and Artist Diploma program in all studios. For a complete overview of which studios are open for applications for the 2025-26 academic year, please see our Process page. 

Applications for the 2026-27 Academic Year will open in the Fall 2025.

Applications for all programs and instruments are submitted via SlideRoom. You must register for a SlideRoom account in order to start an application. Following the registration process, you may sign in any time to continue work. Please note that there are no application fees.

Required Information and Documents:

  • Personal Information: Full name, contact details, citizenship(s), address and emergency contact information.
  • Addresses and dates of study at high school and previous university (if applicable)
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL Essentials, TOEFL iBT, TOEFL ITP, Academic IETLS, Cambridge Certificate, LanguageCert LTE or Linguaskill General). For further information please refer to the FAQs and Resources page.
  • Responses to short essay questions
  • PDF scans of your most recent academic transcripts and certificates. Transcripts and certificates not in English or German must be submitted in the original language alongside an official, certified German or English translation.
  • CV
  • Copy of passport
  • Biometric photo (51 x 51 mm (2 x 2 inches))
  • Screening Materials
  • Letter of Recommendation

Please bear in mind that the requirements may differ per program. Make sure to check the requirements, as specified in our SlideRoom application portal.

 

Visit the Resources page to find documentation that will help you with your application and pre-screening materials.

Audition

After the review of applications and pre-screening materials, selected candidates are invited to audition and interview with our faculty in Berlin. Auditions may be recorded for internal panel review only.


Instrumental applicants audition before a jury and take part in an interview. Composition applicants additionally complete a Music Theory and Ear Training test. Candidates who have not submitted proof of English proficiency may, in certain cases, be required to take an English language test provided by the Akademie. Eligible applicants will be informed of the details well in advance.


Candidates selected for audition will receive an individual invitation with their specific date. General audition dates are not published in advance.


Invited applicants from outside Germany may apply for a travel bursary. The Admissions team is also available to provide support with travel visas where necessary.

Visit the Audition & Pre-Screening Repertoire page.

Applications for the 2023-24 Academic year will be accepted from November 1, 2022 to January 6, 2023

 

 

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