If you would like to add art songs from Denmark to your recital repertoire, here’s the chance to do so.
Study level: Undergraduate, Post Graduate
Faculty: Associate Professor Eva Hess Thaysen and guest faculty
Contact: eva-hess.thaysen@dkdm.dk
Danish Art Songs in Danish
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Discover a rich and often overlooked repertoire that deserves a place on the international concert stage.
This course invites singers and pianists to explore the world of Danish art song through language, history, poetry, and performance. Using the groundbreaking anthology Danish Diction in Art Song, students will gain practical tools for performing in Danish while deepening their understanding of the cultural and artistic contexts that shaped this repertoire.
Through expert coaching, language guidance, and collaborative performance sessions, participants will work on pronunciation, interpretation, and stylistic understanding while building confidence in presenting Danish song literature. No prior knowledge of Danish or the International Phonetic Alphabet is required.
For vocalists and collaborative pianists seeking to expand their repertoire and explore new artistic perspectives, this course offers a unique gateway into Scandinavia’s rich musical heritage.
Credits: 2 ECTS / 2 US Credits
Maximum Participants: 12 students (6 singer-pianist duos)
Course Format:
4 live online coaching sessions:
- September 24, 2026
- October 22, 2026
- November 19, 2026
- December 10, 2026
Topics Include:
Danish diction, IPA for singers, song interpretation, recital repertoire, cultural and historical context, collaborative piano practice.