<p>DD (who was also accepted to USC last year, but chose to go elsewhere) was also very interested in the music programs at USC (instrumental…she plays oboe and English Horn). We found Jennifer Jablonski (the music admissions person) to be a wonderful source of information. Our daughter also auditioned at USC, and took a private lesson with the teacher. She was told that ALL students regardless of major can audition for any ensemble (sorry…don’t know anything about marching bands as there is no oboe music for marching bands). The music building is state of the art…very nice. Students can also minor in music, something that is not offered at all schools. And from what we were told by many, the music department takes very good care of students who are interested in performing there. This was one of the huge draws to USC as that is not the case at many schools. If you haven’t already connected with Jennifer Jablonski, I would heartily recommend you do so. She is wonderful.</p>