Introduction to music majors in American universities
In recent years, many domestic art students have chosen to study in American conservatories. The United States has a strong artistic atmosphere and has produced a large number of musical talents. There are many conservatories in the United States, with two main modes of existence: one is an independent specialized conservatory, the more famous ones include Curtis Institute of Music, Juilliard School of Music, New England Conservatory of Music, Manhattan School of Music, Creed Franz Conservatory of Music, Mannes Conservatory of Music, San Francisco Conservatory of Music, etc.
The other is a specialized department in a comprehensive university, such as the EastMan School of Music at the University of Rochester, the Henry and Leigh Bienen School of Music at Northwestern University, the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University, John Hopkins University Peabody Conservatory of Music, Yale School of Music, University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, University of Michigan School of Music and many more.
Music majors in American universities:
1. Musicology, Music Theory (Musicology, Music Theory)
2. Music performance (Performance), including various Vocal and instrumental music, percussion.
3. Music Education (Music Education)
4. Composition and Composition Technology Theory (Compostion)
5. Music Technology, Recording Art (Music Technology
However, music education (Music Education) is rarely offered by independent music schools, and is more often offered by music departments under comprehensive universities, such as the University of Southern California, UT-Austin, etc. .
Application requirements for music majors in American universities:
TOEFL: International students applying for American universities need to provide TOEFL scores, which generally require a score of 80 or above if their English is not very good or their TOEFL scores are not up to standard. Students can apply for dual admission to the School of Music and first learn the language in the language center of the school. This way they can quickly improve their English while studying in the United States, and can also receive professional tutoring from the school’s professional teachers.
GAP: United States. Institutions also attach great importance to students' academic performance. Therefore, you must lay a solid foundation in professional courses, improve your academic accomplishments, and have a beautiful transcript with an average score of at least 80 points, and it is best to have an upward trend year by year. p>
Recommendation letter: It is best to be written by a music teacher. It should explain the student's professional characteristics, potential, and whether it can help American schools or teachers complete related projects, concerts, music festivals, performances, and academic exchanges, etc. .
Work presentation and interview: Whether it is mailing a portfolio or interviewing with a teacher, it is very important for undergraduate and postgraduate applications. It is best to repeatedly practice the repertoire that you are familiar with, rather than pursuing difficulty. Choosing unfamiliar repertoire will expose your shortcomings and leave a bad impression.
Generally speaking, music schools under comprehensive universities pay more attention to the overall ability of applicants. The requirements for standardized examinations, such as TOEFL and GRE, are relatively strict, and they also provide more choices for talented applicants. Professional music conservatories have elaborate professional courses, which are more suitable for applicants with outstanding professional abilities and generally do not require them. GRE and TOEFL requirements are also relatively loose.