Period of the EOA module in 2025-2026:
20-24 April 2026 + Previous online component
(Blended Intensive Programme)
- Min. 1, max. 2 vocal students
- Min. 1, max. 2 pianists
Description of the module:
In this module, singers and pianists will explore the boundaries between Lied and opera through an in-depth study of Wolf’s Italianisches Liederbuch.
Participants will begin with a thorough understanding of the text and how it influences the music to vividly portray the images described in each Lied. The singer and pianist will work together as a cohesive unit, collaborating and contributing to each other’s sound to enhance the dramatic expression of every Lied.
Moreover, students will go beyond traditional presentations of art songs, exploring ways to incorporate elements typically found in opera into the Lied environment.
Names of the professors of this module:
Director of the course: Abigail Richards, Vocal coach and repetiteur.
Possible extras besides the module
- Individual coaching, the possibility to attend as a listener to vocal lessons by the professors of the vocal department.
Number of teaching/production hours of the EOA module
- 2-5 hours of duo work & 36 hours of group work
- Previous online component (mandatory for students coming via Erasmus short mobilities).
Number of ECTS within master/bachelor accrediation
- 3 ECTS
ATTENTION! If students want to do this within an Erasmus+ Short Blended Mobility, they must contact their local International Coordinator and claudia.alsdorf@zuyd.nl as soon as possible.
Application:
Via the application form on the EOA website. Keep in mind that you will need to include:
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Videos: 2 pieces accompanying a singer
Description of the final examination
Evaluation based on daily participation in workshops and dummy auditions
Teaching language
English – level 3
- This module is also available within Erasmus short blended mobility exchange during the academic year 2025/26, depending on the grants offered by the home institution.
- Students must provide their own accommodation, meals and travelling cost
Deadline for applications
- 1st deadline: 08 April 2025
- 2nd deadline: 15 September 2025
Deadline for expected answers:
- 1st deadline: 01 June 2025
- 2nd deadline: 15 October 2025