Program Overview
The BMUS program in Performance (Orchestral Instrument) provides intensive training on a specific orchestral instrument, fostering technical and musical excellence. Students gain performance experience in various ensembles, develop professional skills, and explore diverse musical styles, preparing them for a successful career as a professional musician in the global music industry.
Program Outline
Performance (Orchestral Instrument), BMUS
Degree Overview:
The BMUS program in performance with a concentration in an orchestral instrument focuses on the study of music literature and techniques on a specific orchestral instrument. Students receive coaching from world-renowned faculty and visiting guest artists, attend master classes, and receive extensive performance experience in large ensembles, as a chamber musician, and as a soloist. Students study a specific orchestral instrument intensively with a faculty member for eight semesters, including major repertoire, solo literature, and chamber music. Additionally, students learn skills required of successful working musicians, including audition preparation, networking, organizational strategies, opportunity creation, and developing an entrepreneurial mindset.
Objectives:
- Develop strong technical and musical skills on a specific orchestral instrument.
- Gain a deep understanding of musical literature and styles.
- Acquire performance experience in various settings, including solo, chamber, and orchestral.
- Learn essential professional skills for a successful career in music.
Outline:
The program curriculum includes:
- Major instrument instruction: Students receive individual instruction on their chosen orchestral instrument from highly qualified faculty.
- Music theory and history: Courses provide a foundation in music theory, history, and analysis.
- Performance ensembles: Students participate in various ensembles, including orchestra, chamber music, and other performance opportunities.
- Music electives: Students choose electives to explore specific areas of interest in music.
- Professional development: Courses and workshops cover topics such as audition preparation, career management, and entrepreneurship.
Assessment:
Students are assessed through:
- Performance evaluations: Individual lessons and ensemble rehearsals provide ongoing feedback on technical and musical skills.
- Jury examinations: Periodic jury examinations assess progress and mastery of musical skills.
- Recitals: Students present solo and chamber music recitals to demonstrate their musical ability.
- Coursework: Assignments and exams assess understanding of music theory, history, and other course-related material.
Teaching:
The program features:
- Individualized instruction: Students receive personalized coaching from renowned faculty on their chosen instrument.
- Collaborative learning: Students collaborate with peers in chamber ensembles and other performance settings.
- Masterclasses: Students participate in masterclasses with prominent guest artists.
Careers:
Graduates are prepared to work in various professional or entrepreneurial capacities, including:
- Performing as a concert soloist
- Freelance musician in diverse settings
- Performing in orchestras, chamber ensembles, or musical theatre
- Presenting educational programs
- Recording and studio work
- Teaching privately or in educational institutions
- Music-related fields such as media production, music business, publishing, and marketing
Other:
- The program emphasizes developing performance skills in the context of diverse musical settings and genres.
- Students explore musical elements, social uses of music, and interactions between performers, composers, and institutions.
- The program is designed to prepare students for a successful career as a professional musician in the global music industry.
