BM in Vocal Performance Vs. BM Music Performance
My D is just beginning the college search process, and she would like to study voice in a liberal arts setting. I've read the many useful threads on this forum on the BA vs BM differences, as well as...
View ArticleUCF or Illinois Wesleyan
Hello! I am down to two choices for college so far: Illinois Wesleyan or UCF. After scholarships, Illinois Wesleyan would be affordable, around $15k per year (including all fees), while UCF is a full...
View ArticleImportance of grades for music majors in joint BA/BFA programs
My daughter is a junior in high school. She has been composing music since she was in 5th grade, having won a few contests (national and 1 international, although I don't think this seems to matter for...
View ArticleDouble Degree at Oberlin - trying to make a final decision
My S was accepted at Oberlin College as well as the Conservatory. He has a strong interest in the College, and is highly devoted to (and obviously accomplished in) music. He wants to take advantage of...
View ArticleWhere to continue playing euphonium?
*I'm not majoring in euphonium, probably not even music in general, but I wasn't sure where else this should be posted I'm looking mainly for schools in the Midwest as I live in Illinois, but I'm not...
View ArticleBerklee admission decision letter fall 2016
Thank you for beginning your application for admission to Berklee College of Music. At this time, the Board of Admissions did not receive your academic transcripts in time for our decision release...
View Articlerepertoire for competition
My daughter is planning on double majoring in music ed and vocal performance. She is 16 and will be a junior next year. She is planning on entering a classical voice competition because we were told it...
View ArticleMusic Composition Undergraduate Programs/Admissions
My daughter is a junior in high school. She has been composing music since she was in 5th grade, having won a few contests (national and 1 international, although I don't think this seems to matter for...
View Articleteacher recommendations for prospective music majors
Most music schools seem to require one or more music-related recommendations (DS has that covered) and one or two academic teacher recommendations. The standard advice on CC seems to be to get junior...
View ArticleClassical singer competition 2016 - Second Round repetoire
Can anyone who has done the classical singer competition tell me, what types of songs should round two consist of? Someone told me one must be in English, but I thought it did not matter as long as the...
View ArticleFor those still struggling to decide....
More advice and encouragement from Peter Buskirk, my favorite college planning blogger. I love the questions he proposes students ask themselves at the end of this little article. Not specific to...
View ArticleSUNY Fredonia vs. Potsdam (Crane) for Music Composition
Looking for feedback regarding either of these programs or a comparison of the two from anyone who might have first hand knowledge.
View Articlegood LAC percussion department?
My daughter is a talented percussion student who wishes to major in instrumental performance at a liberal arts college not in but not extremely far from NYC, where we live. We're thinking of applying...
View ArticleContemporary Vocal Performance AND Music Business Programs
Looking for some help targeting College Music programs for my soon to be High School Junior daughter. She's got dreams of being a "rock / pop star" and I support her but also want her to have a...
View Articlemath for music majors
My D wants to double major in vocal performance/music ed. She is a sophomore and is currently taking honors precalculus and chemistry and plans on taking honors and AP English as well. She is on track...
View ArticleCurtis SUMMERFEST Young Artist Program?
Hello, has anyone been to this program (specifically for voice)? It's not auditioned, but does anyone know what the level and intensity is?
View ArticleIs there a group for Boston Conservatory 2016 master of music?
got admitted but cannot find a group to chat with, I just wanna learn about it before going there. any idea? :(
View ArticleHow to play guitar in college
My son plays rock guitar and some classical. He wants to continue to play in college, but he wouldn't major in music. He would like to minor in music and perform. What groups (besides a rock band) use...
View ArticleBocal Majority Bassoon Camp and Operation O.B.O.E
Hi, Considering this program (the Rochester, NY camp) and would appreciate feedback from anyone who's gone in the past, etc. http://bocalmajority.com/rochester/ Thank you!
View ArticleSAT/ACT for music majors
I thought I'd ask for advice here vs. the standardized test area because I think the advice is likely to be more on point and you guys will understand why DS can't spend all summer taking prep courses...
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