Should I submit an artistic supplement?

goldbug
Thu, 17 Oct 2024 20:26:02 +0000

So I had a recent conversation with someone on the inside at Stanford about this and here’s what they told me: they (the music teachers) review artistic supplements every year. If the person is decent, likely to fit into existing departmental ensembles (which given your experience would definitely apply to you) it would be helpful. If the person is extraordinary (=competitive for Curtis or Juilliard) and fits a critical need, it would be extra helpful. But the bottom line is that it can’t hurt – at least not at Stanford. I’ve heard similar from someone who teaches at Duke. Do it! (caveats apply: don’t wear sweatpants, do a decent job with production, etc.)