Performance PhD

Cardiff University

This scheme is suitable for graduates in Music who wish to combine practical and academic musical study to doctoral level. We offer a broad range of expertise, but the following areas are of particular strength: keyboard instruments, especially piano, harpsichord and organ Assessment For PhD in Music Performance, the submission will take one of the following forms: a 90-minute performance plus a thesis of ca. 50,000 words or a scholarly edition with critical commentary a portfolio of performances of ca. 220-minutes in total, supported by a written commentary of ca. 20,000 words Performances may be live or a sound and video recording (DVD or equivalent), or a combination. Post-examination, a recording of the performance(s), in a format agreed by the School of Music, shall form part of the durable record. Practice-led submissions are assessed by the same generic criteria as any other Cardiff University MPhil or PhD. In this regard, a practice-led submission should represent sustained research into an aspect of musical performance, rather than samples of professional practice. Research in this context is understood as a process of investigation leading to new insights, effectively shared. Distinctive features internationally recognised expertise and experience in historical performance/performance practice excellent performance opportunities and facilities regular lectures, master classes and workshops given by distinguished scholars and performers a collection of period instruments for use by students students attend a postgraduate discussion group which tackles a broad range of issues the School organises workshops and masterclasses to enhance the student experience in composition and performance

School of Music