Description

American Contemporary Music, P.B.C.

This unique American Contemporary Music one-year program, for students and ensembles in performance, composition, music technology, and jazz, is a place to explore creativity and develop a singular musical voice through complete immersion in contemporary music practices in our state-of-the-art facilities at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.

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Duration

1 year

Starting Date

August

Tuition Fee

$1,165 per credit

Location

Baltimore, MD, United States

About the program

Whether studying and performing with Internationally acclaimed faculty, interacting with living composers, or working hands on with award-winning music technology professionals, UMBC can tailor fit your course of study with intense musical experiences and the opportunity to delve deeply into a particular area of contemporary music with a focus on music from the Americas.

This American Contemporary Music program at University of Maryland, Baltimore County is designed for three types of students:

Students looking to strengthen their skills before applying to graduate music programs.
Students who wish to focus their music study on contemporary music.
Ensembles seeking an intense program that not only hones musical skills but focuses on developing a complete entrepreneurial package to prepare for professional life.

Program Benefits

Individual attention to all music students
Academic program tailored to fit each student
Study with UMBC faculty specialists in the creation and performance of contemporary and classical repertoire
Obtain assistance in graduate school selection and applications

Requirements

Resume including education, jobs, recent performances/projects, awards and honors. Kindly include your permanent family address, your current address, email and cell phone. PDF and WORD documents accepted.
Two reference letters:One from your instrumental, composition or technology instructor and a second one from an instructor at your most recently attended college/university.
250-word essaystating your goals and reasons for participation in this program. Include the university or college graduate programs you desire to apply to if you are looking to move into another degree. PDF or WORD documents accepted.
Performance/Composition/Technology Portfolios(see below for your particular area of concentration). Enclose a short description of the recorded material submitted that includes titles of pieces recorded, composers and/or other performers.