I want to go to college next year for music
therapy, the problem is that I just picked up the flute after not playing for
about 3 to 4 years. I was pretty good in highschool and I find that everything
is comming back. Does anyone know what level I would need to be at? What would
be an example of an appropriate audition piece?
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amandalouise13
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Some
emotions cannot be conveyed by words or actions, that is why we have music.
Amanda Willette
emotions cannot be conveyed by words or actions, that is why we have music.
Amanda Willette
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AG950Flute
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Amanda, I do not know a lot about what the
requirements are for a degree in music therapy or what your playing level needs
to be at. I think your best way to find out that information is to contact the
schools you are interested in and ask what they require. However, if you're
thinking about doing a double major in music therapy and perfomance that will be
different. I would also suggest studying with a teacher for the next year to
have someone to get and bounce ideas off of. From my own personal experience
with auditions for a performance degree you usually have to play a Mozart
Concerto, a French piece either from the French book or pieces like Dutillieux -
Sonatine, Sancan - Sonatina, sometimes a Bach sonata, and sometimes a
contrasting piece of your choice. But like I said, you should contact the school
and find out for sure early on so you know what to prepare. Best of luck!!!
requirements are for a degree in music therapy or what your playing level needs
to be at. I think your best way to find out that information is to contact the
schools you are interested in and ask what they require. However, if you're
thinking about doing a double major in music therapy and perfomance that will be
different. I would also suggest studying with a teacher for the next year to
have someone to get and bounce ideas off of. From my own personal experience
with auditions for a performance degree you usually have to play a Mozart
Concerto, a French piece either from the French book or pieces like Dutillieux -
Sonatine, Sancan - Sonatina, sometimes a Bach sonata, and sometimes a
contrasting piece of your choice. But like I said, you should contact the school
and find out for sure early on so you know what to prepare. Best of luck!!!
Courtney
Morton
Morton
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I think for the first two years of your education
in music therapy you will be taking just about the same classes a regular music
major would take. that includes taking private lessons on your instrument of
choice. so like courtney said you might as well start finding a teacher. when
you are contacting the school that you are thinking of attending ask for their
list of qualified flute teachers and during that time you may ask them about
audition requirements. Judging from the shcools that offer music therapy degrees
I don't think you would have to be at an advanced level. Your grade point
average may be of more concern to the school. If you feel you are proficient at
an intermediate level, I believe that should be sufficient.
in music therapy you will be taking just about the same classes a regular music
major would take. that includes taking private lessons on your instrument of
choice. so like courtney said you might as well start finding a teacher. when
you are contacting the school that you are thinking of attending ask for their
list of qualified flute teachers and during that time you may ask them about
audition requirements. Judging from the shcools that offer music therapy degrees
I don't think you would have to be at an advanced level. Your grade point
average may be of more concern to the school. If you feel you are proficient at
an intermediate level, I believe that should be sufficient.
college level palying
How exciting to be picking up the flute again!
You'll probably find that it comes back to you just like riding a bike. From
what I've read, requirements for music therapy are similar to those of other
music majors. Maybe you could contact the flute professors of the schools you
are looking at for suggestions on what you should prepare. Or contact flute
teachers in your area just for another opinion on what you should be working on.
It's nice to have another ear.. taking lessons is not a bad idea either. Good
luck!
You'll probably find that it comes back to you just like riding a bike. From
what I've read, requirements for music therapy are similar to those of other
music majors. Maybe you could contact the flute professors of the schools you
are looking at for suggestions on what you should prepare. Or contact flute
teachers in your area just for another opinion on what you should be working on.
It's nice to have another ear.. taking lessons is not a bad idea either. Good
luck!
Cheers,
Emily
Emily
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PiccChic06
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Why not ask a few colleges that offer music
therapy? The answer probably varies from University to University anyway.
Probably don't have to be as good as a performance major. We don't really have
a good system of describing levels anyway in the US. On a level where 1 is
"Hoorah it made a sound" and level 10 is "Nice to meet you my name is Emmanuel
Pahud" what would you say your current level is?
therapy? The answer probably varies from University to University anyway.
Probably don't have to be as good as a performance major. We don't really have
a good system of describing levels anyway in the US. On a level where 1 is
"Hoorah it made a sound" and level 10 is "Nice to meet you my name is Emmanuel
Pahud" what would you say your current level is?
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I wonder what level William Hung would be on that
scale?
scale?
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amandalouise13
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That is a very wide range of levels, but I would
say I would be a five. I am not sure I could ever reach a ten. I think with a
lot of practice I could be an eight. I really want to be at a level that is good
enough for the Minnesota orchestra. I really am thinking also about a major in
performance, but is it really neccessary to go to college for that?
say I would be a five. I am not sure I could ever reach a ten. I think with a
lot of practice I could be an eight. I really want to be at a level that is good
enough for the Minnesota orchestra. I really am thinking also about a major in
performance, but is it really neccessary to go to college for that?
Some
emotions cannot be conveyed by words or actions, that is why we have music.
Amanda Willette
emotions cannot be conveyed by words or actions, that is why we have music.
Amanda Willette
college level palying
Again, for the first two years of a music therapy
education you will be taking the same exact classes a music major would take. so
you have time to get private lessons and practice and make a decision at that
time whether you want to pursue another course. Like switching majors. No, you
don't need to go to college to actually play at a certain level, but symphonies
do want resumes that look decent to give you a chance at an audition. There are
not a lot of jobs available in music therapy mind you. Usually the best gigue is
at a hospital, so you might want to research that first before you dive into
student loans. I wouldn't worry about your level. Just go for it and do the
best you can. If you think you are at level 5 whatever that means then I would
think you are at an approprite level. Can you play a Mozart concerto OK??
especially the one in G. Or do you struggle with it?. That would be a good
starting point
education you will be taking the same exact classes a music major would take. so
you have time to get private lessons and practice and make a decision at that
time whether you want to pursue another course. Like switching majors. No, you
don't need to go to college to actually play at a certain level, but symphonies
do want resumes that look decent to give you a chance at an audition. There are
not a lot of jobs available in music therapy mind you. Usually the best gigue is
at a hospital, so you might want to research that first before you dive into
student loans. I wouldn't worry about your level. Just go for it and do the
best you can. If you think you are at level 5 whatever that means then I would
think you are at an approprite level. Can you play a Mozart concerto OK??
especially the one in G. Or do you struggle with it?. That would be a good
starting point
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Hi~ I haven't posted in a long time here but
your post caught my eye because I live in Mn. From your post I assume you are in
Mn. I would recommend getting a flute teacher if you don't have one already. I
have learned that a lot of what you accomplish will not only involve skills but
also connections that you can make. If you are not already a member I would
suggest joining the UMFA and attending some of their master classes/events and
take part in some of their competitions as well. [quote] ---------------- On
4/20/2004 11:43:08 PM I really want to be at a level that is good enough for the
Minnesota orchestra. I really am thinking also about a major in performance, but
is it really neccessary to go to college for that? ---------------- [/quote]
your post caught my eye because I live in Mn. From your post I assume you are in
Mn. I would recommend getting a flute teacher if you don't have one already. I
have learned that a lot of what you accomplish will not only involve skills but
also connections that you can make. If you are not already a member I would
suggest joining the UMFA and attending some of their master classes/events and
take part in some of their competitions as well. [quote] ---------------- On
4/20/2004 11:43:08 PM I really want to be at a level that is good enough for the
Minnesota orchestra. I really am thinking also about a major in performance, but
is it really neccessary to go to college for that? ---------------- [/quote]
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Your fortunate to be from a small state
population wise with very little competition compared to a state like NY,
California or Florida where making state bands is really difficult. Sometimes it
can be good to start in a small pond and be the big fish for awhile and then try
a bigger pond. But some good players have come from small states, so if you are
tearing it up as one of the best players there you are still good. Plus if you
get all that good experience from the all-state bands, where if you grew up
elsewhere you might not make all-county.
population wise with very little competition compared to a state like NY,
California or Florida where making state bands is really difficult. Sometimes it
can be good to start in a small pond and be the big fish for awhile and then try
a bigger pond. But some good players have come from small states, so if you are
tearing it up as one of the best players there you are still good. Plus if you
get all that good experience from the all-state bands, where if you grew up
elsewhere you might not make all-county.
college level palying
Amanda~ I just found your message to me and I
have sent you a reply. I just wanted to let you know here in case you don't
check your private ones often:) Kim
have sent you a reply. I just wanted to let you know here in case you don't
check your private ones often:) Kim
[color=red] Music is the art of thinking with sounds.[/color]