"How to make an audition video without spending a fortune" -- as explained by...
Since this is the time of year when music majors (and their parents) begin to plan for and ponder/think/stress about recording pre-screen videos for your applications (while you're also trying to...
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I would like to know the Best oboe schools for me to apply. I would also like to know if there is any oboe camps over the summer for those collages .
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Studying two instruments in music school?
Hey there, I'm about to go into my freshman year of music school and I'm going in on my clarinet. My current plan is to pursue the music theory/composition degree, since I've always had a love for...
View ArticleNew Yorkers?
Hi, Wondering if there are other New Yorkers (NYC) on the Boards these days. I remember a couple in the last few years, but wanted to check in to see if there are some recent additions. Thank you!
View ArticlePrograms for Vocal Performance and Liberal Arts
I am a 16 year old going into senior year at a competitive public school in Southern NY. I have been researching vocal performance majors (specifically opera and classical music) and I would love some...
View ArticleWhat types of professionals do your kids see for injuries/aches and pains?
My son is seeing a PT right now for tinnitus, but the PT has discovered that his neck is super tight from playing cello (of course), so she's going to be working on his jaw, neck, etc. Recently, his...
View ArticleBerklee 160 Mass Dorm Room - INFO PLEASE!
Hi. It baffles me why there isn't more specific information on what is in each of the double rooms at Berklee's 160 dorm. If anyone knows... Specifically, are there TWO closets in a double room? Also,...
View ArticleQuestion on anyone's experience with transferring and merit scholarship money
Hello Forum friends! I've been off from this site for awhile. Busy times getting D sorted in her new apartment in NYC for her sophomore year and moving son off to grad school. Oy! In any case, I have a...
View ArticleSAT/ACT for Shepherd School at Rice + Bienen school at Northwestern?
I'm a rising senior planning on getting a performance degree and these schools are at the top of my list. Aside from the audition, I understand that these schools also have high academic standards as...
View ArticleMusicians and Parents - Introduce yourself!
I don't know if this will work, but sometimes when I'm reading a post, I'm wishing I could remember more about the poster - parent or student? Performance? Music Ed? What instrument? I thought it might...
View ArticleSuggestions of Colleges with Music Majors
Which schools have good music departments (including any top ranked) along with good academics (so basically, not solely a fine arts school). I heard that St. Olaf is good.
View ArticleHi all! An update....
If anyone remembers me, I started here collecting information for my daughter who was planning on studying oboe performance. She ended up going to a SUNY school in the Fall of 2016 which we now both...
View ArticleAudition pieces for clarinet? (band/orchestra audition)
Hey there! Basically, I have an audition coming up which requires me to play some orchestra excerpts, scales/sight reading and a solo of my choice. That's where I'm having trouble. I want to do...
View ArticleApplication Question
Hi- my daughter is currently filling out her application for Berklee College of Music. I was just wondering if anyone had any insight or suggestions as to the type of things to submit for the two...
View ArticleGoForth Journal
S, HS junior, continues his jazz bass musician path. We have experienced sort of a transition of focus. Efforts in the past have pertained to the capabilities of S himself. Discovering the ways to...
View ArticleProgressive vs Traditional Jazz Conservatory/Programs
My son will be applying to music schools soon. He had a discussion with someone very high up at Eastman that let him know that he would almost exclusively playing the double bass, that the electric...
View ArticleChoosing acting/voice school
Hello, I have been reading posts in this forum and it has me even more overwhelmed! My daughter has been very active in theater since she was very young and has an incredible voice and has had years of...
View ArticleNeed Advice for choosing between B.A/B.M. (Music Composition) + School...
Hi everyone, I'm interested in doing music composition at the undergrad level, but I'm in a dilemna as to whether I should do a B.A. or a B.M. (Lest anyone asks, yes, I have read the Double Degree...
View Articlemusic composition for undergraduates in the west
Hello all, I feel relatively confident that I have a good idea of the well-regarded music composition programs on the east coast and midwest. But am curious about such schools as Denver Lamont School...
View ArticleCraziness, financing private conservatory education, and transfer student woes
This post is going to sound crazy, because it is. This said, thank you for listening, and for any input you are willing to share. My entire life, I have aspired to a career in music. Senior year of...
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