McGill 2023
Hi Does anyone know when the McGill admissions decisions come out, typically? My son was told "April," but thinking someone would have historical perspective on this. Keep checking online but don't see...
View ArticlePeabody Conservatory - Music for New Media
Hi there! I am the parent of a high senior who was recently accepted to the Peabody Conservatory for their new BM program, Music for New Media. I'd love to hear from current students or parents of...
View ArticleJulliard Precollege
Hi, How selective is the voice/opera program at Julliard Precollege? What is the voice faculty like-- how is a teacher like Ms. Nubar? What is the actual program experience like? How does it compare to...
View ArticleMusic Composition Application Tips and Question
I’m about to start my compositions for the colleges I want to get into, USC, Berklee, UCLA, and others. My main question is, how long should the compositions be? Also, does anyone have any tips for...
View ArticleNational Youth Orchestra 2 - selected as an Alternate Violinist chances
Hi CC adviser, I have an 8th grader boy. He applied NYO2 last December and selected as an Alternate musician. I have three questions. 1. I just want to know if there is any chances getting off the...
View ArticleDouble Degree: Top Academics/Solid Music Program
Hello, My son is interested in a double degree program with a BM and a BA/S, possibly in biochemistry. He has recently switched piano teachers, and the new teacher thinks a top conservatory is probably...
View ArticleAccepted early FSU, rejected from Music school
Anyone else in this situation? Son accepted early to university, auditioned and denied admission to Music school. This was his top choice school. Worth it to take a year and focus on lessons and prep,...
View ArticleSoutheast state schools with good music programs?
Hi there. I'm an absolute newbie but excited to have found this forum! My DS is interested in studying music (composition) at a public non-conservatory school in the southeast. We are familiar with FSU...
View ArticlePractice Vlog
I haven't seen S practicing at home for quite a while, and this practice video was just very fun and charming to watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDJvC6oPSP0
View ArticleMcGill Faculty Program vs. Temple Honors Program - Jazz Piano
Hi, My son was accepted to the McGill Faculty program for Jazz Piano (it is a flexible degree so that you can complete a double major) and also in the Temple Honors Program. Does anyone have experience...
View ArticleOveruse injuries and iron deficiency
Some of you might remember my posts about the overuse injuries in his hands that have prevented my son from playing any instruments all semester (his first at Berklee!). He got evaluated and is being...
View ArticleBA in Music Composition (repost)
— disclaimer: this is a repost since I originally posted this in a different section- Hi! Was wondering if anyone had any reccomendations or knew of any universities with a BA in Music Composition or a...
View ArticleWeil Cornell 6 year Qatar
(Sorry accidentally posted in the wrong section so please disregard)
View ArticleU of Miami Frost Summer Institute of Contemporary Songwriting
My son was recently accepted into this 2 week summer program. The curriculum is based on the Frost School of Music's Bruce Hornsby Creative American Music Program, and accepts approx 15 aspiring...
View ArticleMusical Instrument Repair / Setup Contacts by City - For those last minute...
gram22 wrote: Finally, esp. when you're traveling to auditions with a string instrument, try to do some research on reliable luthiers at your destination in case you have an emergency. Great idea and...
View ArticleWestminster High School Vocal Institute
Hi, Is there anyone with recent experience (the last year or two) at Westminster's High School Vocal Institute program? (Or that has recommendations for a 2-3 week voice program in the Northeast?) My...
View ArticleSummer programs for vocalist
I'm looking for a summer musical program for my daughter with an emphasis on vocals. She is 14 years old and starting high school next year (currently 8th grade). She has been taking voice lessons for...
View ArticleTaking the No Debt Decision
After getting into five top tier undergraduate piano programs and one state piano performance program, I think S is going to take the no debt state choice. The faculty is wonderful and the piano...
View Articlefunny list, stress reliever?
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View ArticleFinancial Aid appeals at music schools (Frost)
I have an appeal question regarding Frost....not sure if I should ask on the Financial Aid board because I'm not sure if Frost kids are handled differently. My S got some healthy academic awards from...
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