Current study abroad situation

Current study abroad situation
What do you think of from the word "study abroad in music"? Is it a figure of studying with a foreign friend at an overseas music university or conservatory aiming for a bachelor's degree or a professional for a long period of one year or more?Of course, that <study abroad> is common.However, recently, the style of studying abroad has become quite diverse in response to the diversification of hobbies and changing needs.One of the characteristics is the short-term study abroad program within 1 months, which is often mentioned in women's magazines.Participants in short-term study abroad are music college students, high school students, music college graduates, music teachers who want to experience overseas, music hobbies, elementary and junior high school students, etc. If so, there are more opportunities to study abroad more easily than you can imagine.So this time, I will introduce the pattern of studying abroad in order to grasp the whole picture of studying abroad in music.Want to find a music study abroad style that suits you?

Study abroad at a music university / conservatory where you can fully immerse yourself in overseas life
(1 year or more, intermediate to professional)

Speaking of international studies, the first thing that comes to mind is going to an overseas music university, the Conservatory.The conditions for admission and the number of years until graduation vary depending on the conditions such as whether you were enrolled in a music university in Japan, want to go to an undergraduate or graduate school, and what kind of qualification you want to obtain.In recent years, many countries and schools have established language proficiency regulations.Also, if you have a sensei you want to study, it's important to get in touch with them in advance.In many countries, the education system is different from that of Japan, so it is important to conduct a proper preliminary survey before studying abroad.

Easy-to-go summer / spring classes / master classes
(About 1 week to 2 months, Beginner to Professional)

The most standard course for studying abroad in the short term is a class.In addition to taking world-famous sensei lessons, it is fascinating to have the opportunity to attend lessons and perform at concerts among participants.Not only can you learn music, but you can also get a feel for the atmosphere of foreign countries.Summer courses are large in scale and have a wide variety of options.Although the number of spring courses is small, compared to summer, airline tickets are cheaper and can be used as a finishing touch to the European College of Music exams.

Private lessons that you can choose the time and take calmly
(About 1 week to 3 months, Introductory to Professional)
Take private lessons from music schools and faculty. Private lessons can meet a variety of individual needs, such as "the time and period do not match if it is a class," "I want you to take lessons carefully," and "it is a little difficult to take lessons in public ...".With private lessons, you can understand the personality, musicality, and compatibility of sensei, which you cannot understand in the class.In addition, there is a high degree of freedom in the content of the lessons, and it is also a major feature that you can consult with sensei about your future career path.

Language school + sound lesson
(About 1 species-about 1 year-Introduction-Professional)
Take music lessons while attending a language school.While improving your language skills, you will take private lessons from music schools and professors.
By the way, did you find a study abroad style that suits you?The next section will inform you about the characteristics of long-term music study abroad by country.
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