![]() ![]() ![]() Written Analysis for DMA applicants only: Upload a written analysis of a movement from a major choral orchestral work.Updated MM in Conducting, DMA in Conducting Writing Requirements Individual arrangements will be made for applicants invited for a live audition contingent upon the public health environment in late January/February. Questions regarding any aspect of the application materials should be directed to Professor Michael Haithcock ( MM and DMA Interview/Audition RequirementsĪpplicants who advance to this stage of the process will meet in person with the faculty for a review and discussion of your training, current work, and future goals. In addition, please submit a separate video in which you address these topics: 1) speak briefly about yourself and your musical background and 2) describe your goals in pursuing graduate studies in conducting. The examples may be incomplete and a variety of different styles are welcome. A rehearsal segment of 15 minutes is also required. Performance(s) should be at least 15 minutes in length. If you have difficulty meeting this request, it is acceptable to use a smaller ensemble singing/playing a reduced version of a composition. Video Requirements Upload the following to the SMTD Artistic Profile:įace-to-the-camera video(s) conducting in performance and in rehearsal interacting with an ensemble you regularly conduct are required. A written analysis of Chester Overture by William Schumann is also required.Please do not repeat your Academic Statement of Purpose. This should be a discussion of the journey that has led to your decision to seek a graduate degree. For example, if you grew up in a community where educational, cultural, or other opportunities were either especially plentiful or especially lacking, you might discuss the impact this had on your development and interests. Upload a personal statement indicating how your background and life experiences, including cultural, geographical, financial, educational or other opportunities or challenges, motivated your decision to pursue a graduate degree at the University of Michigan.The deadline to submit your Artistic Profile is extended to Janufor the Band/Wind Ensemble Conducting degrees. Professor Haithcock and his successor will work together to review graduate applications in January and extend audition invitations for dates to be determined in February 2023. ![]() A national search is underway, with the goal of naming a new Director of University Bands and Professor of Conducting by January 2023. NOTE: Professor Michael Haithcock has announced his upcoming retirement following the academic year 2022-2023. Updated MM in Conducting, DMA in Conducting While our departmental curriculum is generally geared toward composing for classical instruments and ensembles, all musical styles are welcome! We want to hear everything that exemplifies your creativity! Live Online Interview RequirementsĪfter a preliminary review of online portfolios, a selected number of applicants will be invited to complete online interviews. In your Artistic Profile, submit up to seven scores of your musical compositions with recordings of each work. Personal Statement: Upload a personal statement indicating how your background and life experiences, including cultural, geographical, financial, educational or other opportunities or challenges, motivated your decision to pursue a graduate degree at the University of Michigan.Statement of Purpose: Upload a 2-3 page academic statement of purpose about your academic and research background, your career goals, and how this graduate program will help you meet your career and educational objectives.Updated MM in Composition, MA in Composition, DMA in Composition, PhD in Composition & Music Theory Written Requirements Sustaining Excellence in the Performing Arts.Michigan Youth Performing Arts Pre-College Program.MPulse Summer Performing Arts Institutes.Stearns Collection of Musical Instruments.Pre-screening/Portfolios & Auditions/Interviews. ![]()
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