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Old 04-12-2008, 07:46 PM   #1
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As a prospective music major, what colleges offer the most "modern" programs. By modern, I mean study of modern classical composers (Cage, Stockhausen, Nono) or study of modern jazz artists (Coleman, Taylor).
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Old 04-12-2008, 11:27 PM   #2
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Can you be more specific? Are you planning on studying mainly theory/composition, or performance? And if so, what instrument? Do you want a conservatory environment where it's 90% music, or are you looking for a music college within a larger university setting with some liberal arts requirements? It would help if you could tell us more what your goals are....
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Old 04-13-2008, 01:22 AM   #3
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I am most definitely focused on theory/composition, as of now I lean towards theory (hence my name). However, I still am indecisive on university vs. conservatory vs. liberal arts college. I was just wondering if any schools immediately popped into anyone's mind...
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Old 04-13-2008, 07:07 AM   #4
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Oberlin, Manhattan, NEC "pop into" my mind, for starters.

It seems that many LAC's focus on world music a lot these days, which is different from what you are seeking.

Others will have many ideas about other schools. Good luck...
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Old 04-13-2008, 08:01 AM   #5
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IU Jacobs has a very respected contemporary composition department with supporting ensembles and very rigorous theory. My older son studied composition there. He did his bachelor's in recording arts with a minor in composition and I know that he recorded a lot of original music while there for various students and faculty including Freund, Sandstrom, etc.
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