The Barenboim-Said Akademie welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to building a diverse and talented ensemble of young musician-scholars.

The Barenboim-Said Akademie offers the following programs of study in piano, orchestral instruments and composition:

The Barenboim-Said Akademie has a two-step admissions process: applying and auditioning.

The application period for enrollment opens each autumn for matriculation into the following academic year (Winter Semester). Applications for the 2021-22 Academic year will be accepted from November 1, 2020 to January 21, 2021.

For a complete overview of the application timeline, please refer to the application timeline.

Current students explain in their own words why they recommend applying to the Barenboim-Said Akademie!

Arabic: Nardin Ballan, Bachelor of Music (Flute)

Hebrew: Assif Binness, Bachelor of Music (Cello)

Turkish: Süeda Çatakoğlu, Bachelor of Music (Piano) and Mutlu İşdar Bachelor of Music (Flute)

If you have questions about applying, auditions, or studying at the Akademie check our page about Frequently Asked Questions. If you can not find your answers, you can contact the Admissions Office or schedule an online appointment with one of our Admissions Team.