Determining Safety/Match/Reach for specific instrument

compmom
Fri, 11 Jun 2021 11:42:20 +0000

I don’t think it has to be as overwhelming as it may seem in this thread. Do you want to start your own thread @jenflorida?

Summer programs can be really helpful. Doing music in environments where schools are discussed is helpful in general (conservatory prep, youth orchestra, or state festivals, for instance,).

Attending or viewing concerts, reading teacher bios and listening to their playing, are also key and easy to do. Sample lessons if possible.

Some private teachers are helpful, some have been out of schools for awhile and may not be as up to date.

As with any college application, pick reaches, matches and safeties and keep in mind that auditions are stressful, so keep the number down as much as possible while retaining possibilities.

There really isn’t a way to know how many spots, that I know of, especially for specific studios. You may get into a school but not be in the desired studio.

Musicians from all kinds of backgrounds and schools may end up in top grad schools, so keep the worries down if you can.

Also, summer programs continue to be a resource for development throughout the college years. If he chooses a BA, and continues with lessons and extracurricular performance, these may be very important.