Dr. Pieter Bergé

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Biography

Pieter Bergé is a professor at KU Leuven in the Department of Musicology, where he specializes in music theory and analysis. His research focuses primarily on the music theory from 1750 to 1850, and he has conducted substantial work on the analysis of classical and romantic instrumental music. Additionally, he has explored German opera during the Weimar Republic and has contributed to various projects aimed at rethinking musical experiences and knowledge in a transcultural context. Bergé is involved in multiple research projects, including a series on requiems and decolonizing sound knowledge. His recent publications include several books and edited volumes on topics such as music theory, analysis, and historical music studies, with projects reflecting his commitment to high standards in music education and research. Bergé's work is characterized by an interdisciplinary approach, integrating aspects of music history, theory, and cultural studies.

Research Interests

Courses

Vakdidactiek musicologie Algemene muziekgeschiedenis Inleiding tot de westerse muziekgeschiedenis Masterproef Muziek uit de 20ste eeuw: tot 1945 Muziek uit de 20ste eeuw: vanaf 1945 Muziektheorie en -praktijk: 20e eeuw tot 1945 Muziek het onderwijs 1 Muziek het onderwijs 2 Schrijven en spreken muziek 1 Schrijven en spreken muziek 2 Muziektheorie en -praktijk: 20e eeuw vanaf 1945 Vakdidactiek kunstwetenschappen Analyse context: muziek van de 20e en 21e eeuw Co-creating Music Culture

Requirements for KU Leuven

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:94
GRE General
Verbal
Required:154
Quantitative
Required:166
Overall
Required:154
Prerequisites
Academic Bachelor's programme in Engineering Science with strong components in computer science and mathematics Bachelor's degree in Informatics or Computer Science with a strong component of mathematics
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Specialization Notes

Master of Engineering: Computer Science. Admission is at the discretion of the Faculty of Engineering Science.