The baroque lute, theorbo, renaissance lute, arch lute, vihuela and baroque guitar are traditional baroque instruments, which many students around the world study at universities and conservatories, using one or a combination of these instruments.

The Bachelor in Lute, Theorbo, Guitar in the Early Music Department is a highly practical course where students work on projects and develop their ideas, discovering ways of performing in front of the audience. An important part of the student's future career will be related to the provision of accompaniment, therefore, constant play occupies an important place in the program. There will be many projects in which you can participate in order to gain practical experience, which will prove very valuable once your studies are over.

Although the course is very practical, the study of early music requires a good theoretical foundation and a basic knowledge of the history of music and instruments. In this way, you will also learn the basics of the basso continuo, the historical development of this instrument, as well as the practice and theory of ornamentation, acceptance, notation and stylistic analysis. Research is another important feature of the program, you will gradually get acquainted with the topic through literature lessons, sources and research methods. Personalization of the program is also available, students can choose from a range of courses, such as baroque dance, style-related improvisation, advanced lessons in basso continuo and rhetoric. 

The Lute Music Master's Program offers a deepening of the main topic in an individually selected course. Students become a part of an active and enthusiastic department that builds the basis of their network. Seminars, projects and master classes on ancient music provide in-depth knowledge of historically grounded performing practice.

Students will receive individual guidance in three areas: artistic (as a rule, it is the main subject), research and professional preparation. Naturally, students will be given the space for a lot of initiative, with which they will make their intended professional practice.

The educational philosophy of Lute Music educational programs is based on the development of individual artistic vision, personal growth, curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit and independence, while expanding cultural horizons and developing useful and technical skills at a high quality level. Academic programs in Lute Music prepare excellent performers and composers, as well as professionals who are able to reflect on their role in society and be able to collaborate and navigate in the complex realities of the music profession of today and tomorrow.