Group subjects.

Group subjects are part of every student’s studies at Avonia Music Institute in Espoo. Students learn to read and write music and to play and sing together with others.

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Schedules

Group subject schedules.

All groups meet at Villa Breidablick unless stated otherwise. The schedules are in Finnish. Choose a group to see its schedule.

Music perception and composition

Basic levels A, B and C, advanced studies, entrance exam preparation and composition. Teacher Casimir Kytökorpi.

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Orchestras, ensembles and choir

String orchestras, guitar orchestra, flute group, cello ensemble, folk music group, Westendin soittoniekat and the Ainova children’s choir.

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Music perception studies (MUHA)

In music perception studies (music theory), students learn to read and write music, understand how music is built and develop practical musicianship. At first, the main instrument teacher guides these studies using the skills chart. After that, they continue as group lessons. Music perception studies are part of basic studies, and the fee is included in the term fee.

Groups

Basic level A: ages 9 to 11
Basic level B: ages 12 to 14
Basic level C: ages 15 and over
Advanced studies: for students who have completed basic studies
Entrance exam preparation: for students planning further studies in music

Teacher Casimir Kytökorpi. See the group schedule (in Finnish) or read more about music perception studies.

Composition and improvisation

Students are guided to create their own musical ideas and solutions. The first steps are taken in their own instrument lessons. After that, studies continue with a composition and improvisation teacher. Advanced studies cover, among other things, working with harmony and rhythm, voice leading, orchestration and notation. Composition lessons are in the schedule on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Read more about composition and improvisation.

What is MUHA (music perception)? Watch the video (in Finnish)

Orchestras, ensembles and choir

Ainova children’s choir · String orchestras Arco, Legato and Pizzicato · Avonia Guitar Orchestra · Bands · Flute group · Cello ensemble · Folk music group · Westendin soittoniekat.

Playing together is a natural part of the studies from the very start. In orchestras, ensembles and bands, students learn to listen to each other and to understand rhythm, melody and harmony together. The choir is open to all instruments. The term fee for the Ainova children’s choir is 105 €.

See the schedule for orchestras, ensembles and choir (in Finnish). Read more about the Guitar Orchestra (in Finnish).

Term fee

310 €

Basic studies, 30 min per week. Includes the weekly individual lesson, music perception studies and ensemble playing.

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Application periods

4 Nov – 5 Dec and 5 – 22 May

For studies starting in the spring, apply 4 Nov to 5 Dec. For studies starting in the autumn, apply 5 to 22 May. Applications open at 9.00.

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No entrance exams

First come, first served

Places are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Studying in English is possible.

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Common questions

Group subjects: questions and answers.

What is MUHA?

MUHA means music perception studies: reading and writing music, understanding how music is built and developing practical musicianship. MUHA lessons are part of the studies.

Do group subjects cost extra?

The term fee for basic studies includes the individual lessons, music perception studies and ensemble playing. The fee for the open department does not include group subjects.

Which age groups is MUHA for?

Basic level A is for ages 9 to 11, level B for ages 12 to 14 and level C for ages 15 and over. Advanced studies are for students who have completed basic studies.

Can I join the choir without studying an instrument?

The choir is open to all instruments.

Where can I find the schedules?

The schedules for MUHA, composition, orchestras, ensembles and choir are at the top of this page. They are in Finnish. The Guitar Orchestra rehearsals are in the orchestra schedule, and a more detailed schedule is on the Guitar Orchestra page.

Do we need an audition?

No. We do not hold entrance exams for children, because tests on a single day do not tell enough about the prerequisites for successful music studies. Places are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

When can we apply?

For studies starting in the spring, apply from 4 November to 5 December. For studies starting in the autumn, apply from 5 to 22 May. Applications open at 9.00 and are made in Eepos, which is available in English.

Can my child study in English?

Yes. Your child can study with us in English, even if they do not speak Finnish yet. You can also contact our office in English.

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