Music and Sound Production – Spring 2027

  • Course length: Halvår — vår
  • Start-up date: 06.01.2027
  • Course teaching amount: 17 hours/week
  • Price: from NOK 76 714,-
  • Foundation:
    Christian?
    The Christian folk high schools are built on Christian values. They are owned by, or associated with, Christian organizations or denominations. They encourage students with different interests and beliefs to apply.
  • Food: Vegetarian, vegan?
    Most schools will accommodate food allergies and other dietary needs. If you have questions, please contact the school directly.
  • Location: Verdal
  • Study tour: New York, Turné i Norge
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Spend the spring developing your skills in music and sound! Grow as a musician, vocalist, producer or technician through band practice, studio work, concerts and live production.

On Music and Sound Production, you’ll work with your own ideas, play with others and explore how music is created, recorded and performed. You’ll gain experience both on stage and behind the scenes.

Performance and musical development are central to the course. You’ll work with music theory, vocals, instrumental skills and playing in bands, while developing what you already know and trying new areas.

In the school’s studio, you’ll learn recording, mixing and music production using software such as Pro Tools, FL Studio and Ableton. You’ll work on both your own productions and recordings with others.

You’ll also gain practical experience with sound, lighting and stage production, including PA systems, AV production, rigging, concerts and performances.

In songwriting and music production, you can develop ideas from the first draft to a finished track. We also explore the music industry, publishing and how to present your music.

Throughout the spring, you’ll take part in concerts, collaborative productions, tours and study trips.

Main topics include:

The course is open to students aged 16 and above.

New York

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

Duration: 7-8 days

Meals included per day: 3

New York, spring: The spring study trip takes us to legendary New York – the city that never sleeps.

New York offers culture and new experiences around every corner. We explore theatre in different genres, experience Broadway musicals and meet people with personal stories from the worlds of music, theatre and sound.

Students focusing on music and sound may get the opportunity to create a music video based on an original song, while theatre students can take part as actors in a production filmed in New York.

The city also offers famous museums, parks, iconic buildings, shopping, art, culture and food from around the world. We explore places you may recognise from films and TV series, cycle through Central Park, experience the skyline from the water and see the city from one of Manhattan’s skyscrapers.

Because we know the city well, we can also introduce you to experiences that can be difficult to discover on your own.

And of course – there may be time for some classic American pancakes too.

Turné i Norge

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

Duration: 7 days

Meals included per day: 3

Når vi drar på turné i Norge, lager vi hele produksjonen selv – fra idé til forestilling. Vi rigger scene, styrer lys og lyd, og spiller konserter og forestillinger på folkehøgskoler rundt om i landet. Hele uka handler om samarbeid, kreativitet og fellesskap – og det er utrolig gøy! Vi møter nye folk, besøker nye steder og bygger sterke bånd på veien. En uke du garantert kommer til å huske.

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

Duration: 1 uke

Meals included per day: 3

The group trip to Spain is one of the highlights at the beginning of the school year – and the perfect way to get to know your fellow students and teachers. For the 2025–2026 school year, we’re heading to sunny Andalusia, with our base near the coastal town of Rota.

During the trip, you’ll have the chance to try surfing, play frisbee golf, join bike rides, and relax with the group on the beach. We’ll also visit exciting places like the historic city of Seville and the unique area of Gibraltar – known for its monkeys, British culture, and stunning views.

This trip is just as much about building community as it is about exploring new places. You’ll connect with people from different lines and have time to settle into what could become one of the best years of your life. All meals and activities are included in the tuition – you just need some pocket money for the extras.

Age limits

The course is open to students aged 16 and above, normally up to 26.

Admission requirements

The course has no specific admission requirements. Offers of admission are made following an assessment based on the school’s overall educational approach. We aim to work together with our students to foster a positive school environment, so your motivation to contribute both academically and socially is important. We therefore place great emphasis on what you write about yourself and your reasons for wanting to attend Bakketun.

Furthermore, we look for the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, alongside an interest in your own personal growth and that of others.

Priority criteria

When there are many applicants, the school places emphasis on factors such as motivation, interest in the school’s study programmes and subjects, and the composition of the applicant group.

Admission process

You apply using the school's application form. Applications are processed on a rolling basis, and you will receive a response via email once your application has been processed.

At Bakketun, you’ll get to explore your interests, try new things and become part of a warm, inclusive community. Early in the school year, we go on a shared trip to Spain – the perfect way to get to know each other and kickstart an unforgettable year.

You’ll meet teachers who care, support you and encourage you to take chances. You’ll have space to reflect, discover what matters to you, and grow both personally and academically. A year at Bakketun gives you direction, confidence and meaningful experiences – preparing you for further studies, work, and life ahead.

Explore and combine

Choose between several exciting programs and a wide range of electives. Are you active and adventurous, or creative and curious? You don’t have to choose one or the other – at Bakketun, you can combine, explore, and find your own balance.

We’re surrounded by mountains, forest, sea and small-town life. You’ll feel the thrill of a mountain hike, the peace of the woods, the wind on a surfboard and the laughter around a campfire. Some days challenge you – others are just about enjoying the moment together.

A real community

What students remember most about Bakketun is the people. You’ll be part of a safe and supportive community where everyone matters. You’ll make friends to laugh with, grow with, and share everyday life with – friends who cheer you on when you try something new.

You’ll live close to others, share meals, trips, and everyday moments. The community you become part of leaves a mark – and often lasts a lifetime.

Welcome to Bakketun – a year that might mean more than you expect.

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