General Advice regarding Arts Supplement

crazyformints
Sun, 24 Dec 2006 11:49:55 +0000

Hi all,
(repost from Harvard sub-forum)

I was wondering, what is the general guideline regarding the Arts supplement?

I’d rate myself as an above average pianist (no competitions though, just 10 years of playing and a certification of graduation from the Royal Conservatory of Music) and sent a CD to Harvard EA.

Was it a wise move? What I mean is, is it generally only musical superstars who send in their recordings, and thus, making mine look pale in comparison? I got deferred, so I was wondering if that could have HURT me instead.

Also, I’m considering sending the CD to other RD applications (such as Yale RD) and would like a second opinion on whether or not I should go for it. BTW, I am not considering going into music as a major. (most likely majoring in Economics)

Thanks!