265216 - Ethnomusicologist

Researches and analyzes the musical forms and musical practices of different nations and cultures. Researches musical practice and cultural contexts, collects and archives musical material.

Main activities

• collect, analyze, interpret and present musical material from different cultures and geographical regions;
• advises other music specialists, music groups and organizations on music issues;
• works in higher education institutions, research departments of museums and cultural centers, in the music industry and privately;
• researches musical practice and cultural contexts, collects and archives musical material;
• creates representations and interpretations of music and presents them to a wide audience.

Characteristic competences

• have musical intuition and sensitive hearing;
• communicate and work with other music professionals, such as singers, instrumentalists, etc.;
• know music theory, harmony and musical forms;
• study different musical cultures;
• analyze and interpret musical material.