General Information

Music schools in Switzerland traditionally place strong emphasis on the individual development of each student. Instruction is tailored to personal abilities, learning pace, and artistic maturity. For this reason, mandatory examinations are not a standard feature of regular music school education.

 

At the Swiss School of Music, teaching is individualized — primarily through one-on-one lessons or small groups. This allows us to respond to each student’s personality and to adapt the learning process accordingly.

 

In recent years, the Swiss School of Music has established a high professional standard. Our students are trained in various disciplines, including piano, violin, voice, and other areas.

 

To foster stage experience and motivation, we regularly organize concert projects where students can present their musical progress and artistic development.

 

We are proud of our teaching faculty and of the high level of musical education achieved by our students.

Level Assessment and Quality Development

As part of our ongoing commitment to quality development, the Swiss School of Music introduces the annual Crescendo Test Program to determine students’ musical level.

 

The Crescendo Test aims to:

• assess the current level of musical development,

• structure and guide the educational process,

• define clear learning objectives,

• confirm progression to the next level of study,

• maintain high pedagogical standards.

 

Participation in the test is voluntary. Every student has the right to take part.

 

Evaluation is conducted by a professional jury including internal and invited external experts.

Crescendo Test and Crescendo Talent Award

Within the framework of the annual Crescendo Test, the Crescendo Talent Award competition is also held.

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Participation in the competition is only possible in combination with the Crescendo Test.

 

The Crescendo Talent Award identifies highly motivated and talented students for admission to the Performance Klasse, an advanced performance program of the school.

The Crescendo Test

The Crescendo Test:

• is voluntary,

• is open to all students of the school,

• determines the student’s musical level,

• motivates continuous artistic growth,

• structures the learning process and sets clear goals,

• is based on a comprehensive musical education,

• supports transparency and quality awareness in the educational process.

 

All participants receive an official certificate confirming the achieved level.