The author examines the role of music in the Danish Gymnasium (grammar school), commenting upon the changes that have taken place over the last 10–15 years, and noting in particular the special opportunities provided by the ‘Music Education Wing’ in some schools. Although the students themselves tend to regard performance as something which should take priority, these unique ‘wing’ courses allow teachers to encourage a much greater involvement with music and a deeper understanding of music's power to unite the analytical and the creative: the intellect and the emotions.