GRADUATE Admission, Audition, and Scholarship
Information 2009-2010 (for students entering
Fall 10 or Spring 10)
(2009-10 audition dates)
Graduate Admission Procedures
Masters Degrees
Doctoral Degrees
The following is an overview of the requirements for applying to the TCU School of Music for graduate study.
Master of Music Degree – Application deadline, March 15
• Complete the TCU College of Fine Arts Graduate Studies Application
• Complete the online Graduate Audition Request Application
• Provide a personal statement detailing a musical experience or professional career goals
• Include a non-refundable application fee of $50 in the form of a check made payable to TCU
• Provide a résumé listing education and professional musical experiences
• Provide three (3) letters of recommendation
• Provide examples of scholarly writing and musical composition (Musicology and music theory/composition applicants only)
• Provide two (2) sealed copies of each official academic transcript for all colleges and universities attended
• Submit GRE scores (Musicology, music theory/composition, and music education applicants only)
• Submit TOEFL scores (International students only)
Once completed, please send your materials to:
Texas Christian University
Office of Graduate Studies
College of Fine Arts
TCU Box 297550
Fort Worth, TX 76129
The School of Music recommends that all applicants send their materials First Class Mail and utilize the USPS’s Delivery Confirmation Service.
Please note: Auditions will not be scheduled until the School of Music has received the applicant’s résumé, personal statement and Audition Request Application.
2009-2010 Masters Degree Audition Dates
• February 6, 2010
• February 20, 2010
• March 6, 2010
Graduate Audition Request Application
College of Fine Arts Graduate Studies Website
Master of Music Degree Plans
Doctor of Music Arts Degree – Application deadline, January 1
Application Overview
• Complete the TCU College of Fine Arts Graduate Studies Application
• Provide two (2) official transcripts of all college work. Translations must be provided for all International transcripts
• Include a non-refundable application fee of $50 in the form of a check made payable to TCU
• Include three (3) current letters of reference from persons qualified to comment on the applicant's academic musical achievement, teaching and/or professional experience, and potential for success in the degree program
• Include a double-spaced typed paper of five pages or more that illustrates the applicant's best writing and research skills. A term paper completed as part of master’s level work is sufficient, or the student may submit a research paper, a critical analysis, or an article suitable for publication
• Include a resume or curriculum vitae. This should include a list of concert performances, compositions, publications, and other musical accomplishments.
• Submit GRE scores (required of all DMA applicants in all programs)
• Submit TOEFL scores (International students only)
In addition, applicants must complete the application requirements for the major field of study as described below:
A. Performance
1) In addition to the application materials above, students must submit printed programs of their performances, and supply a CD recording of a live performance with their application for admission. A video tape or DVD may be submitted in addition to the CD recording. (pre-screening)
2) Based on the results of pre-screening, an invitation may be extended to perform an on-campus audition/recital in the principal applied music area before a faculty committee. The performance should feature works of contrasting styles, chosen to demonstrate musicianship and technical proficiency. Memorization is encouraged for all performers; it is required in Piano, Strings, and Voice. Sight-reading may be included as part of the audition. Audition requirements vary depending upon the area of study; for specific audition requirements, applicants must contact the faculty in their intended major area.
B. Composition
1) In addition to the application materials above, students must submit five scores of recent works with recordings, as available. (pre-screening)
2) Based on the results of pre-screening, an invitation may be extended for an on-campus interview with the composition faculty.
C. Conducting
1) In addition to the application materials above, students must submit a videotape of a recent ensemble performance and rehearsal conducted by the applicant. Applicants must submit a repertoire list of all works conducted, as well as those studied in depth and prepared for conducting. (pre-screening)
2)Based on the results of pre-screening, an invitation may be extended to perform an on-campus audition/recital with a TCU choral or instrumental ensemble before a faculty committee. The audition will consist of a work chosen by the applicant in addition to one work assigned by the conducting faculty.
DMA Audition
Based on the results of pre-screening, an invitation may be extended to perform an on-campus audition/recital/interview in the principal applied music area before a faculty committee. If invited, the audition/interview should be arranged in coordination with the faculty in the major area and the College of Fine Arts Graduate Office. The CFA Graduate Office will send faculty contact information after application materials are received. Audition dates will be posted on the CFA Graduate Studies Website: http://www.cfagraduate.tcu.edu/. Please contact Donna Smolik in the CFA Graduate Office to make these arrangements.
The candidate must present a dossier at the audition; it should include the audition program, a vita, and a repertoire list. During the audition, which will be heard by at least three members of the graduate faculty, the candidate normally performs 30-45 minutes from a prepared one-hour program. After the performance, the applicant will interview with the faculty present. The faculty will report their evaluation of the audition and interview to the CFA Graduate Office, using the Report of DMA Audition Form. This report will be added to the student’s file, which will be reviewed by area faculty, the Graduate Standards Committee, the Director of the SOM, and the Associate Dean for Graduate Studies.
Additional requirements for specific areas apply. Please visit the Graduate Catalog Website for detailed application/audition requirements and instructions.
Once completed, please send your materials to:
Texas Christian University
Office of Graduate Studies
College of Fine Arts
TCU Box 297550
Fort Worth, TX 76129
The School of Music recommends that all applicants send their materials First Class Mail and utilize the USPS’s Delivery Confirmation Service.
2009-2010 Doctoral Degree Audition Dates
• February 4-6, 2010
• February 18-20, 2010
College of Fine Arts Graduate Office:
Telephone: 817-257-7603
Fax: 817 - 257-5672
E-mail: cfagradinfo@tcu.edu
Graduate Audition Request Application
College of Fine Arts Graduate Studies Website
Doctor of Musical Arts Degree Plans
(2009-10 audition dates)
One audition will suffice for acceptance and consideration for scholarships.
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