- The program provides three years of applied lessons in a primary instrument and three years of intensive study in composition, during which students participate in weekly seminars that focus on analysis and the evaluation of undergraduate compositions. The program includes a strong foundation in theory and music literature along with applied study on a secondary instrument. Performance of contemporary music is emphasized. The four years of study culminates with a composition recital that presents a multi-movement or large-form composition for an ensemble. Composition majors are also required to perform recitals in their applied area (vocal or instrumental). Official Declaration of Major
- Students must interview with the composition faculty at the end of the first year of music study and maintain a grade of B or better in all music theory and aural skills in order to be admitted to and remain in the composition program. Full acceptance to the program requires a jury before the composition faculty in which works written as part of the second year composition class are presented for consideration.
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