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Conservatory of Music "Luca Marenzio" - Brescia
Brescia, Italy
Call for Doctoral Programmes 42nd Cycle ‘Musical Heritage and Soundscapes: Sources, Spaces, Instruments, Pedagogical and Performative Practices’ at Conservatory of Music “Luca Marenzio” – Brescia in Italy
Job Type
PhD
Field
Arts and Culture
Location
Brescia, Italy
Published
Oct 2, 2026
Deadline
November 2, 2026
Summary
The Conservatory of Music "Luca Marenzio" in Brescia, Italy, announces a PhD programme titled "Musical Heritage and Soundscapes: Sources, Spaces, Instruments, Pedagogical and Performative Practices". The project seeks to investigate the role of sound in cultural, territorial, and community contexts through interdisciplinary methods that combine theory, documentation, performance, and technology. Candidates will engage with topics such as historical performance reconstruction, sound mapping, pedagogical practices, and the relationship between sound, architecture, and environment. The programme is linked to AFAM networks, Erasmus+ collaborations, and partnerships with European conservatoires and universities, aiming to foster socially responsible research and active citizenship. Applications require a Master degree or equivalent.
Key Facts
| Position Type | PhD |
| Discipline | Musical Heritage and Soundscapes |
| Research Area | Musical Heritage and Soundscapes |
| Degree Required | Master Degree or equivalent |
| Employer Address | Piazza Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli, 1, 25121 Brescia, Italy |
| Employer Contact | [email protected] |
About the Project
The PhD project explores how musical and auditory phenomena shape cultures, territories, and communities. It integrates theoretical reflection with artistic practice, focusing on reconstruction of historical performance contexts, sound mapping of territories, pedagogical interventions, and the interplay between sound, architecture, and environment. The research aims to develop innovative documentation and restitution technologies, promote neglected sonic heritages, and contribute to Sustainable Development Goals related to cultural heritage, inclusive communities, and partnerships between research entities and territorial institutions.
Who Should Apply
Applicants holding a Master degree or equivalent who are interested in interdisciplinary research on musical heritage, soundscapes, performance practice, and the cultural and social dimensions of sound are encouraged to apply.
About the Employer
The Conservatory of Music "Luca Marenzio" in Brescia hosts the PhD programme, positioning itself as an experimental laboratory that collaborates with universities, research centres, archives, museums, and cultural institutions both in Italy and internationally.
Frequently Asked Questions
What degree is required to apply?
A Master degree or equivalent is required.
Where is the position located?
Brescia, Italy.
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