<p>Like Mezzo’sMama, my son had all but nine of his non music credit requirements filled by AP credits, which was a great relief, considering the daunting challenge of completing a double performance major in X number of years (which, because of these AP credits, will be four years, with two summers, as opposed to five–hurrah!). He is completing a non-music minor, with those remaining nine credits.</p>
<p>He spends all day, every day, morning, noon and night, either in class, rehearsal or practicing. He often practices until 11:00 at night, unless he has a gig or late rehearsal. This was what he waited for, all during high school…to be able to practice or play all day without having to worry about other academics. So, aside from the requirements for his minor, he is really doing music much more than the 75/25% split, so often referred to in the Peabody literature. I think this is likely true for most music students.</p>