Completing orchestra studies

Information on compulsory and optional orchestra studies and their inclusion in your study plan.

The code for playing in an orchestra is S-IO2_24 Orchestral performance (Bachelor’s and Master’s degree).

Part of compulsory studies

Playing in an orchestra is part of compulsory studies and is part of each orchestra student’s personal study plan (HOPS). Study units are completed during all periods of attendance, with the exception of the A level study term. Once the compulsory study units have been completed, orchestra playing can be included in the optional studies.

Registration for the orchestra period

You cannot register for actual orchestra periods in Peppi. You can find further information on the recruitment of orchestra periods at the orchestra information event and by email.

Orchestra guidelines

Behind the link below, you will find our orchestra guidelines, which include information on participation in rehearsals and on the consequences of absences or delays.

More information for orchestra students

Instructions, advice and guidance for orchestral instrument students at the Sibelius Academy.