Performance Practice in Contemporary Music (PPCM)

Performance Practice in Contemporary Music (PPCM)

The generally high level of today's instrumental students and the constantly changing demands of the music market require a strong artistic profile and adaptation to an international, digitalized and diverse music scene.

Two programmes for Performance Practice in Contemporary Music are offered: a two-year master's programme and a one-year postgraduate course. The curriculum, which addresses current developments in contemporary music in terms of repertoire and performance practice, is supplemented by studios, themed workshops and interdisciplinary projects.

The annual season concert by Klangforum Wien lecturers together with PPCM students at the MUMUTH represents a highlight of the PPCM study programme.

Current information on registration & admission can be found on the KUG website: www.kug.ac.at

Cover photo: © Johannes Gellner

Alumni about PPCM

Elena Arbonies Jauregui – clarinet

"In Graz, I was able to develop and expand my approach to contemporary music in a very inspiring and welcoming environment. That, to me, is what PPCM is all about: the perfect balance between high artistic quality and a fresh, open-minded approach to music. I learned this from my colleagues and teachers, and I have been pursuing this vision ever since."

Gregory Chalier Flute

"I highly recommend PPCM : Learn from Klangforum Wien, try out new things together, meet like-minded people and friends from all over the world, and collaborate with them on fantastic pieces of music and projects. A unique programme – simply captivating, wonderfully intense, and exceeding all my artistic and personal expectations."

Judith Fliedl – Violin

“During my PPCM studies with Klangforum Wien, a whole new world of music-making and reflection opened up to me. Every single member of the ensemble embodies exceptional knowledge, coupled with a tireless search for artistic substance and a deep love for music and the arts in general. These qualities have left a deep and lasting impression on me and my colleagues and have thus had a remarkable influence on the future generation of the contemporary music scene.”

Giorgos Lolas – Accordion

"My time with PPCM in Graz was an absolute pleasure. It was an inspiring and truly unforgettable experience to explore such a wide range of contemporary repertoire and to perform both solo pieces and ensemble works while collaborating closely with members of Klangforum Wien and dedicated fellow musicians, many of whom are shaping the contemporary music scene in Austria and abroad."

Myriam Garcia Fidalgo – Cello

"PPCM was one of the most important stages of my entire musical education. The opportunity to engage intensively with contemporary instrumental techniques, to work with members of Klangforum Wien on solo and chamber music repertoire and above all to participate in ensemble projects with them, further deepened my passion for performing contemporary music and gave me the decisive impetus to focus my professional career in this direction. During my studies, I had the privilege of collaborating with outstanding composers and guest conductors, as well as with wonderful colleagues, some of whom remain close collaborators and friends even fifteen years later."

Milica Zakić – Piano

 "I started studying PPCM, because I wanted to try something new musically. I could never have imagined how much it would offer me – playing with incredible artists, being part of new works by contemporary composers, experimenting with techniques (sometimes successful, sometimes not), but always exciting, and above all, growing as an artist. Learning and performing with the extraordinary ensemble Klangforum Wien was a transformative experience, and I recommend PPCM to anyone who wants to grow as a musician."