Offered in: Chicago

program requirements

Grade Requirements

• Applied Lessons: B- is the minimum passing grade for applied study (EUPH 411 EUPHONIUM (MM), FRHN 411 FRENCH HORN (MAJOR), TRBN 411 TROMBONE (MAJOR), TRPT 411 TRUMPET (MAJOR), or TUBA 411 TUBA (MAJOR)).
• Recitals: B- is the minimum passing grade for PERF 428 GRADUATE RECITAL

GPA Requirements

course requirements (BRASS)

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Ensemble participation is a defining element of conservatory training and reflects the collaborative practices of professional musicians. Students in the Interdisciplinary Conservatory are expected to participate each semester in any ensembles to which they are assigned by the relevant instructor-of-record, in consultation with the Program Director and Academic Advisor. Students enrolled in ensembles as zero-credit participants (by assignment or with special permission) receive a grade and are expected to complete the same requirements as students enrolled for credit. Students enrolled in ensembles as zero-credit participants (by assignment or with special permission) receive a grade and are expected to complete the same requirements as students enrolled for credit. Ensemble assignments are made at the beginning of each semester following placement and seating auditions.

RECITAL REPERTOIRE

PERF 428 GRADUATE RECITAL
Brass: 60 minutes of music is required. Chamber music may be included with the permission of the applied teacher. The recital will be graded by the applied instructor and at least one other faculty member.

JURY REPERTOIRE

Brass: Ten minutes of music. The repertoire should consist of a major work for the instrument, or an alternate piece presented with the permission of the applied professor. No repetition of repertoire from previous juries is allowed. Individual faculty members are encouraged to implement additional requirements for students in their studios, to which their students are bound.

program requirements

Grade Requirements

• Applied Lessons: B- is the minimum passing grade for PER 411 PERCUSSION (MAJOR).
• Recitals: B- is the minimum passing grade for PERF 428 GRADUATE RECITAL

GPA Requirements

Course Requirements (Percussion)

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Ensemble participation is a defining element of conservatory training and reflects the collaborative practices of professional musicians. Students in the Interdisciplinary Conservatory are expected to participate each semester in any ensembles to which they are assigned by the relevant instructor-of-record, in consultation with the Program Director and Academic Advisor. Students enrolled in ensembles as zero-credit participants (by assignment or with special permission) receive a grade and are expected to complete the same requirements as students enrolled for credit. Students enrolled in ensembles as zero-credit participants (by assignment or with special permission) receive a grade and are expected to complete the same requirements as students enrolled for credit. Ensemble assignments are made at the beginning of each semester following placement and seating auditions.

RECITAL REPERTOIRE

PERF 428 GRADUATE RECITAL

Percussion: 60 minutes of music, to be divided among marimba/vibraphone/xylophone, timpani and multi percussion/advanced snare drum solo suite. All recital repertory requirements are at the discretion of the applied instructor. Recitals are graded by the Program Director and one other faculty member.

JURY REPERTOIRE

Percussion: All jury requirements are at the discretion of the applied professor.

program requirements

Grade Requirements

• Applied Lessons: B- is the minimum passing grade for applied study (BSSN 411 BASSOON (MAJOR), CLAR 411 CLARINET (MAJOR), FLT 411 FLUTE (MAJOR), OBOE 411 OBOE (MAJOR), or SAX 411 SAXOPHONE (MAJOR)).
• Recitals: B- is the minimum passing grade for PERF 428 GRADUATE RECITAL

GPA Requirements

Course Requirements (WOODWINDS)

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Ensemble participation is a defining element of conservatory training and reflects the collaborative practices of professional musicians. Students in the Interdisciplinary Conservatory are expected to participate each semester in any ensembles to which they are assigned by the relevant instructor-of-record, in consultation with the Program Director and Academic Advisor. Students enrolled in ensembles as zero-credit participants (by assignment or with special permission) receive a grade and are expected to complete the same requirements as students enrolled for credit. Students enrolled in ensembles as zero-credit participants (by assignment or with special permission) receive a grade and are expected to complete the same requirements as students enrolled for credit. Ensemble assignments are made at the beginning of each semester following placement and seating auditions.

RECITAL REPERTOIRE

PERF 428 GRADUATE RECITAL

60 minutes of music is required. Chamber music may be included with the permission of the applied teacher. Students are required to perform their recital with piano, as applicable to their chosen repertoire and at the discretion of the primary applied instructor. Memorization requirements are at the discretion of the primary applied instructor, and the recital will be graded by the primary applied instructor.

JURY REPERTOIRE

15 minutes of music is required. Students are required to perform their jury with piano, as applicable to their chosen repertoire and at the discretion of the primary applied instructor. Memorization requirements are at the discretion of the primary applied instructor, and the recital will be graded by the primary applied instructor and at least one other faculty member.

This degree map outlines a suggested pathway through the required coursework for the program. Students are responsible for understanding all curricular requirements and course schedules. While alternative pathways may be possible, students are strongly encouraged to consult with their academic advisor when planning any variation in order to ensure a degree plan that meets program requirements and aligns with their individual goals.

Degree Map (BRASS)

This degree map outlines a suggested pathway through the required coursework for the program. Students are responsible for understanding all curricular requirements and course schedules. While alternative pathways may be possible, students are strongly encouraged to consult with their academic advisor when planning any variation in order to ensure a degree plan that meets program requirements and aligns with their individual goals.

Degree Map (Percussion)

This degree map outlines a suggested pathway through the required coursework for the program. Students are responsible for understanding all curricular requirements and course schedules. While alternative pathways may be possible, students are strongly encouraged to consult with their academic advisor when planning any variation in order to ensure a degree plan that meets program requirements and aligns with their individual goals.

Degree Map (Woodwinds)