This course offers a broad introduction to Musikvermittlung (public musicology). Drawing on Bourdieu's 1986 idea of social capital, we will explore the principles and ideologies behind established approaches to communicating about music for a general public, and how these have evolved alongside a shifting socio-political landscape. We will define the range of activities which fall under the descriptor 'public musicology', including: writing programme/recording liner notes; giving pre-concert talks; leading workshops; radio and television broadcasting; YouTube tutorials; teaching in adult education; and more. 

We will consider the increasing importance of Musikvermittlung in the career portfolios of both musicians and musicologists. Current research will inform our understanding of audiences as heterogenous groups with context-driven needs. Our learning materials will be drawn from a wide range of current and historical examples of Musikvermittlung.

Over the two Blockseminar weekends, and in collaboration with the Hochschule's performance programme, we will work together to develop real-life, professional-standard examples of Musikvermittlung.  

Unterrichtssprachen sind Englisch & Deutsch. Das Blockseminar findet an zwei Wochenenden in Präsenz statt. Die Teilnehmerzahl ist begrenzt. Bitte per Email Kontakt aufnehmen.