Offered in: Chicago

The Multiple Woodwinds Performance program prepares students for professional careers as woodwind doublers across a variety of performance settings, including musical theatre. Applicants declare a primary instrument—saxophone, flute, clarinet, oboe, or bassoon—and two secondary woodwind instruments from the same family on which they will audition. Supported by the woodwind and ensemble faculties, students study and perform on all three instruments throughout the program.

The program’s objectives are to:

• Develop and refine technical and musical abilities through the study and performance of diverse and challenging repertoire.

• Prepare students for the demands of the music profession by cultivating the discipline, adaptability, and self-motivation required to achieve professional excellence.

• Introduce students to the traditions, practices, and professional opportunities available across a range of performance environments within the music industry.

• Provide opportunities to investigate specialized topics and repertoire through advanced coursework.

Admission Requirements

Applicants to the M.M. in Multiple Woodwind Performance audition with their primary and at least one secondary instrument. Please consult the CCPA Admission and Audition Information web page for audition requirements for each individual instrument, and select two major works for the primary instrument and one major work for each secondary instrument. Applicants must demonstrate an artistic performance level on each instrument. Sight-reading is also required.

program requirements

Grade Requirements

• Applied Lessons: B- is the minimum passing grade for primary applied study (Applied 411) and secondary applied study (Applied 401).
• Recitals: B- is the minimum passing grade for each PERF 428 GRADUATE RECITAL

GPA Requirements

Course Requirements

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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

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.