Study Abroad In Europe

Fall 2018 Music Program

Students are free to select from a variety of courses that are designed to cover a broad spectrum of creative interests and introduce the aesthetics behind the raisons d’etre of 20th century music.

We recommend that students select a minimum of two Core 3 credit and three Supplementary 2 credit courses, or one Core and four Supplementary courses (12 Credits in total) per semester to suit their own interests and pace of creativity, at a reduced combined price for full program, that includes all tuition and accommodation fees, inter-island travel to either Syros or Delos islands for our semester break excursion and some complementary dinners.

Courses Offered:

• Music for Artists /Art for Musicians
• Composition Studies
• Unraveling New Music
• Techniques of Improvisation / Improvisation Ensemble
• Contemporary Music Theater
• Introducing Electronic Music
• Four composers, four aesthetics     

June 2018 � 3 Week Summer Program

June 2018 – 3 Week Summer Program

Duration: Monday the June TBA to Sunday the June TBA 2018
Application Deadline: April 1st 2018

Eligibility Requirements: The program is open to second, third and fourth year undergraduate students of Music with an interest in composition, improvisation, 20th century music and musicology
Language: English
Costs: $5,600 The full amount is due eight weeks before the start of the program

Costs included: Instructional costs abroad, administration costs, accommodation, all transport costs for excursions and orientation

Costs not included: Airfare (about $1,500), personal and miscellaneous costs $1,200
 

Program Overview  

The summer version of our program are more seminar-attendance than coursework based, and they can be combined with the presence and teaching of a faculty-led tutor from the students’ Home Institution.
While attending a thorough program of studies on contemporary music and musicology, students will have the opportunity to discover Paros’ numerous beaches and picturesque villages, and on the weekends, extra-curricular activities will include a day trip to the nearby ancient ruins of Delos island, visits to the archaeological museums of Paros and Santorini, together with the magnificent Antiparos cave of stalagmites and stalactites and a day trip to the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos. At the end of the program, the students will also have the opportunity to showcase their work created throughout their stay in Paros to the audience of Paros island itself, though a concert featuring their compositions as well as participating in the performance of the Program’s Improvisation Ensemble. 

June 2018 � 4 Week Summer Program

June 2018 – 4 Week Long Summer Program

Duration: Monday the June TBA to Sunday July TBA 2018.
Application Deadline: April 1st 2018

Eligibility Requirements: The program is open to second, third and fourth year undergraduate students of Music with an interest in composition, improvisation, 20th century music and musicology
Language: English

Costs: $6,055 The full amount is due eight weeks before the start of the program

Costs included: Instructional costs abroad, administration costs, accommodation, all transport costs for excursions and orientation

Costs not included: Airfare (about $1,500), personal and miscellaneous costs $1,600 

Program Overview  

The summer version of our program are more seminar-attendance than coursework based, and they can be combined with the presence and teaching of a faculty-led tutor from the students’ Home Institution.
While attending a thorough program of studies on contemporary music and musicology, students will have the opportunity to discover Paros’ numerous beaches and picturesque villages, and on the weekends, extra-curricular activities will include a day trip to the nearby ancient ruins of Delos island, visits to the archaeological museums of Paros and Santorini, together with the magnificent Antiparos cave of stalagmites and stalactites and a day trip to the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos. At the end of the program, the students will also have the opportunity to showcase their work created throughout their stay in Paros to the audience of Paros island itself, though a concert featuring their compositions as well as participating in the performance of the Program’s Improvisation Ensemble.  

Fall 2017

Art for Musicians / Music for Artists (3 credits)

Music for Artists is an interdisciplinary course offering a thorough survey of the most important artistic currents and trends of the 20th century as they were almost simultaneously developed and expressed throughout a variety of art-forms, (fine art, music, literature, sculpture). By examining key 20th century musical works in juxtaposition with their ‘corresponding’ movements in other disciplines this course will broaden and consolidate your understanding of contemporary music and the arts with a particular focus  on  the  rethinking  of  your  work  in  relation  to  the  most  important  theoretico-philosophical concepts at play discussed in class.

Unravelling New Music (2 credits)

Unravelling New Music puts some pioneering works of the 20th century under the microscope in order to examine the changing compositional techniques and strategies in the music and at the same time introduce some key analytical tools for the unravelling of these works’ structures and their meaning. Particular emphasis will be given on analytical methods such as semiotic analysis, motivic theory and pitch class set theory, as well as on the different analytical interpretations that musical works allow for, with emphasis on the interchangeability of musical structures and their ‘fields of play’.

Techniques of Improvisation / Improvisation Ensemble (3 credits)

This course aims to expand creativity and spontaneity in music making, by examining the historical context in which improvisation developed in the last century by referring to the key ideas of 20th century practice and our times. The most important underlying concepts, from completely free improvisation to improvisation restricted by aesthetic or purely musical parameters are not only introduced but also put in practice, both on an individual and a collective basis through participation in workshops and the Improvisation Ensemble.

Composition Studies (3 credits)

Composition Studies focuses on creating two musical woks for small combinations of instruments, by examining a number of similar contemporary music works by established composers as models. Touching upon issues such as pitch content, rhythm, form and structure and general aesthetics, particular attention will be given on exploring each student’s aesthetic preferences in relation to his/her choices of musical materials and creative strategies, as well as to the possibilities inherent in the selected choices of instrumental forces.

Introducing Electronic Music (2 credits)

Introducing  Electronic  Music  provides  an  introduction  to  the  most  important  movements  and tendencies in sonic art, by highlighting a range of different compositional philosophies in the genre, from music concrete, to environmental listening to the work of   K. Stockhausen and Xenakis. Knowledge of these theories will then be used to inform the creation of one electronic music work by students, which will involve software such as Pro Tools and the program’s electronic music recording facilities.

Contemporary Music Theatre (2 credits)

The course will look at different aspects of contemporary music theatre ranging from modern opera to mime opera and physical and experimental theatre. By taking her own works, including the mime opera
‘MiE’ as well as an operatic collaboration with physical theatre designer Roswitha Gerlitz, as a starting point,  composer  Catherine  Kontz  will  lecture  on  the  visual  and  musical  facets  of  this  growing
contemporary cross-media  art-form with references to K. H. Stockhausen,  M. Kagel, Robert Wilson/Philip Glass and Robert Lepage amongst others.

Four composers, four aesthetics (2 credits)

The aim of the course is to explore briefly the aesthetics of 4 contemporary composers: Elliott Carter, Luciano Berio, Pierre Boulez, and Pascal Dusapin. These composers have a distinct approach to composition but share a common preoccupation with the organization of pitch in the last 30 years, through the use of pitch-class sets, harmonic fields, fixed chords, or modes. All these techniques will be discussed in the following pieces: Carter´s Anaphora and 90+, Berio´s Points on the Curve to find, Boulez’s Dérive, and Dusapin´s So full of shapes is fancy.

Spring 2017

Art for Musicians / Music for Artists (3 credits)

Music for Artists is an interdisciplinary course offering a thorough survey of the most important artistic currents and trends of the 20th century as they were almost simultaneously developed and expressed throughout a variety of art-forms, (fine art, music, literature, sculpture). By examining key 20th century musical works in juxtaposition with their ‘corresponding’ movements in other disciplines this course will broaden and consolidate your understanding of contemporary music and the arts with a particular focus  on  the  rethinking  of  your  work  in  relation  to  the  most  important  theoretico-philosophical concepts at play discussed in class.

Unravelling New Music (2 credits)

Unravelling New Music puts some pioneering works of the 20th century under the microscope in order to examine the changing compositional techniques and strategies in the music and at the same time introduce some key analytical tools for the unravelling of these works’ structures and their meaning. Particular emphasis will be given on analytical methods such as semiotic analysis, motivic theory and pitch class set theory, as well as on the different analytical interpretations that musical works allow for, with emphasis on the interchangeability of musical structures and their ‘fields of play’.

Techniques of Improvisation / Improvisation Ensemble (3 credits)

This course aims to expand creativity and spontaneity in music making, by examining the historical context in which improvisation developed in the last century by referring to the key ideas of 20th century practice and our times. The most important underlying concepts, from completely free improvisation to improvisation restricted by aesthetic or purely musical parameters are not only introduced but also put in practice, both on an individual and a collective basis through participation in workshops and the Improvisation Ensemble.

Composition Studies (3 credits)

Composition Studies focuses on creating two musical woks for small combinations of instruments, by examining a number of similar contemporary music works by established composers as models. Touching upon issues such as pitch content, rhythm, form and structure and general aesthetics, particular attention will be given on exploring each student’s aesthetic preferences in relation to his/her choices of musical materials and creative strategies, as well as to the possibilities inherent in the selected choices of instrumental forces.

Introducing Electronic Music (2 credits)

Introducing  Electronic  Music  provides  an  introduction  to  the  most  important  movements  and tendencies in sonic art, by highlighting a range of different compositional philosophies in the genre, from music concrete, to environmental listening to the work of   K. Stockhausen and Xenakis. Knowledge of these theories will then be used to inform the creation of one electronic music work by students, which will involve software such as Pro Tools and the program’s electronic music recording facilities.

Contemporary Music Theatre (2 credits)

The course will look at different aspects of contemporary music theatre ranging from modern opera to mime opera and physical and experimental theatre. By taking her own works, including the mime opera
‘MiE’ as well as an operatic collaboration with physical theatre designer Roswitha Gerlitz, as a starting point,  composer  Catherine  Kontz  will  lecture  on  the  visual  and  musical  facets  of  this  growing
contemporary cross-media  art-form with references to K. H. Stockhausen,  M. Kagel, Robert Wilson/Philip Glass and Robert Lepage amongst others.

Four composers, four aesthetics (2 credits)

The aim of the course is to explore briefly the aesthetics of 4 contemporary composers: Elliott Carter, Luciano Berio, Pierre Boulez, and Pascal Dusapin. These composers have a distinct approach to composition but share a common preoccupation with the organization of pitch in the last 30 years, through the use of pitch-class sets, harmonic fields, fixed chords, or modes. All these techniques will be discussed in the following pieces: Carter´s Anaphora and 90+, Berio´s Points on the Curve to find, Boulez’s Dérive, and Dusapin´s So full of shapes is fancy.

Housing & Student Life

Our program provides each student with a single studio apartment (one student to an apartment) with ensuite shower and kitchenette, as we believe that students’ privacy and peace of mind must not be compromised so as to enable them to benefit from their studies as much as possible. Basic kitchen utensils and sheets are provided. There is free Wi-fi access provided by the Town Municipality for the whole of Paros town where the apartments are located. 

Travel Documents

PASSPORTS

All locations for our programs require that students have a passport. To obtain a passport for the first time, you need to go in person to one of 7,000 passport acceptance facilities located throughout the United States with two photographs of yourself, proof of U.S. citizenship, and a valid form of photo identification such as a driver's license.

•   Passport issuance and application info

VISAS

While each country has its own specific requirements, issuance of a student visa generally requires verification of enrollment in a foreign institution of learning, a financial statement guaranteeing the student will have access to adequate funds during their stay, and other forms or documents required by the consulate.

In accordance with the law all students studying in Greece for MORE than 90 days are required to obtain a student visa. It is no longer necessary for US students studying for LESS than 90 days to obtain a visa. Our office will guide students through this process and direct them to the appropriate consular office. However, it is the responsibility of each individual student to obtain necessary visas. 

Obtaining a student visa may be a timely process therefore the application should be started as early as possible. Upon acceptance into the programs, each student should immediately print the Student Visa Application Guidelines and the Consulate Visa Application. Study Abroad Europe cannot intervene for students who do not acquire appropriate passports or visas

Non US Citizens and students not residing in the US should contact their nearest Italian Consulate and follow their directions for obtaining a student visa. Students may request the necessary documents from our office.

For visa information relating to your specific study abroad location, please refer to the required readings in your Study Abroad Europe account (you must have started an application)

OTHER INFORMATION

Getting the proper documents for travelling abroad is essential. Below are links from the US State Department website:

•   Country Specific Information
•   Registration with Embassies 

Semester Program

  Extra 2 cr cource                                                                                       $   3,450

Payment Instructions

Application fee is paid when the application is submited. Students can either pay their tuition fees directly to host school, via secure bank transfer, or through their home institution. This is a very usual way that can be done through the Tuition Sharing Program that many institutions have. Through this arrangement, any student who will undertake a study abroad program will pay tuition as normal to their home institution and they will in turn pay to cover the costs of the Study Abroad Program. Most colleges and universities will be willing to consider such an agreement.

After we receive your completed application and fee, we will privide you with detailed information for the nest step in your enrollment process. 

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Questions & Answers

How do I apply to a program?

You can click on the red “Online Application” button on the upper right corner and start your application. If you would prefer to have Study Abroad Europe mail you an application package, please e-mail or call us to request a packet.

How many students will be at my study abroad course?

Study Abroad Europe school partners are creating true cultural immersion and offer personalized study programs. The number of students in a class varies from campus to campus; usually it is between 10 and 15 students per class.

My GPA does not meet the minimum requirement. Can I still apply?

Exceptions may be made to the GPA requirements. An academic letter of recommendation and a statement of intent will be required of any student who does not meet the GPA requirement for most programs. Please contact the appropriate program manager for details. Please note that submitting these items does not guarantee admission to the program.

It is after the application deadline. Can I still apply?

We  may be able to accept applications after the application deadline. Please contact the appropriate program manager to see if this is possible. A $145 late fee will apply.

When are payments due?

Once you have been accepted to a program, a $500 non-refundable deposit is due within 2 weeks of your acceptance. This deposit is applied to the total program cost, and is necessary in order to secure your spot in the program. Additional payments and deposit deadlines will be outlined in your acceptance packet and program invoice. All funds must be received prior to your departure for the program abroad.

Can I use my financial aid to pay for my program?

Study Abroad Europe accepts most forms of financial aid as payment; however, Athena cannot issue or process financial aid. You must work with your home university's Financial Aid & Study Abroad Offices to coordinate the use of your financial aid award money.

How do I know if my university will allow me to use my financial aid?

You will need to speak with the study abroad office and/or financial aid office at your home institution for help in determining if your financial aid can be used.

If I withdraw, what kind of refund will I receive?

Please refer to the "Cancellation Policy" located on the program Application.

What type of transcript will I receive for my coursework abroad?

Included in the price of all programs is a transcript for your coursework abroad. For most programs, this transcript is one from the overseas university (included in the cost of the program).
For students whose home institutions will not accept credits reported on an overseas transcript, Study Abroad Europe can arrange for study abroad credits to be reported on a U.S. accredited transcript (for most programs this incurs an additional cost). Study Abroad Europe is proud to offer both options in order to ensure that all students will have an option that will allow for successful credit transfer to their home university. Please talk to a representative to ensure you receive the type of transcripts you need.

Do I need a passport?

All citizens of the United States are required to have a valid U.S. passport in order to enter a foreign country and to re-enter the U.S. Many countries also require that your passport be valid at least three months beyond the anticipated dates of your trip. You will also need a valid passport in order to obtain your visa, so it is important to apply for your passport early.

What is a visa?

A visa is a document that allows entry into and travel within a country, and is authorized by the government of your destination country. Please note that a visa does not take the place of a passport, but is needed in addition to a passport for most study abroad programs.

Do I need a visa?

Most programs require a visa to study abroad. You will receive detailed instructions in your acceptance packet outlining the requirements and procedures for obtaining your visa document.

Are courses offered in English, or do I need to know the language of the country abroad?

All programs offer courses in English. Some programs require students to enroll in one language course in order to facilitate a more authentic cultural immersion while taking English language electives. Full language immersion programs are available for students who have interest in gaining fluency while abroad.

I have more questions. How can I contact a representative?

There are many ways to reach a representative.
E-mail: info@studyabroadineurope.com
Phone:  718 710 0498
Times: Monday through Friday from 10AM - 5PM EST