We are not accepting applications for the MM or DMA in Orchestral Conducting for Fall 2012
Please refer to Graduate Audition Information for instructions on submitting pre-screen materials through ArtsApp.
Applicants chosen for an on-campus audition after initial tape screening will be asked to lead a choral rehearsal of up to 30 minutes and to have a personal interview with members of the conducting faculty.
Please refer to Graduate Audition Information for instructions on submitting pre-screen materials through ArtsApp.
Applicants chosen for an on-campus audition after initial screening will be asked to complete a test of ear training skills of which the candidate will be asked to perform on their primary instrument and demonstrate their level of score-reading at the piano. This will be followed by a session of up to 25 minutes with the wind orchestra on works chosen by the conducting faculty
The required method for submitting your prescreen recording for conducting is through our ArtsApp portal, at www.artsapp.com/umdmusic. You will need to register at ArtsApp, and submit your audition materials by December 1 for graduate applicants. Notification will be sent by December 24.
ArtsApp accepts the following format types:
Total portfolio size needs to be under 6 GB, with a maximum file size of 1.2 GB. Please upload each piece as its own file.
When uploading video, please use a broadband connection (plugin your computer, not just wifi) for a faster upload. We will receive your files the day that you submit them, and you will receive verification of your submission. For technical support with your ArtsApp submission, please contact [support] at [artsapp] dot com.
Currently not accepting applications.
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