The folk music programme at SDMK is the only one of its kind in Denmark. Rooted in Danish and Nordic music traditions, the programme includes teaching in both traditional and new folk music. It is closely connected to the Danish folk music scene of which our teachers are a vital part.

The master’s programme aims to give you specialised knowledge, skills and competences to work as a musician at the highest level.

In addition to its focus on main instrument teaching and ensemble playing, the master’s programme also focusses on instrumental pedagogy and includes separate courses on ensemble management, psychology and theoretical pedagogy.

Folk music students at SDMK receive teaching in both main subjects and specialised subjects related to folk music. During the individual teaching the main subject teacher focusses on musical, pedagogical and technical issues.

In addition, a series of general courses will give you a theoretical foundation and help you look at music from different angles than the performing one.

Standing in front of an audience is a main part of the programme, and therefore students of folk music at SDMK are often found performing at cafés, polka raves, concerts and jam sessions. In addition, the students go on an annual tour across the country to present their work at schools, folk high schools and music venues.

The students cooperate on concerts, study trips etc