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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I take the 音乐 的ory Placement Exam?

的 在线考试 is available starting June 1 for new students. 

How do I sign up for lessons?

访问我们的 音乐课程 webpage for information on signing up for lessons.

Do lessons cost money?

All private music lessons and group classes require an additional fee on top of regular tuition. 

的 rates for the 2023-2024 academic year are as follows:
Half-hour private lessons: 每学期660美元 
One-hour private lessons: $1320 per semester

$385 per student for group lessons

*Note: Voice Class (MUSC 106 and 107) and Piano Class (MUSC 109) no longer require an additional fee.
看到 奖学金 & 奖 page for information on scholarships that can cover or defray the cost of lessons.

Are there scholarships available for lessons?

是的, scholarships are available for members of faculty-directed ensembles.

How do I join the 合唱团?

请查看 合唱团 Prospective Members Page for detailed information on auditions, repertoire and more!

When are the Orchestra and 爵士乐团 auditions?

For orchestra auditions, please complete the 面试的形式. Once the 面试的形式 is submitted, you will be assigned an audition time. 爵士乐团 auditions will be Monday, 8/28, 6:00pm-10:00pm; for more information, contact Director Jonathan Richards at richards@tbc007.net.

I need a practice room to prepare for auditions. How can I get access to one?

参观 Practice Room Policies webpage for more information.

I'm a percussionist and need to prepare for auditions. How can I get access to percussion instruments? 

If you are auditioning for Symphony Orchestra or 爵士乐团, contact 教授. 金 to schedule time to use the facilities.

For percussionists to gain access to the 打击工作室, they must be taking lessons with either 教授. 尤里·伊诺教授. 杰米泰特. 的re are no exceptions to this rule.

I hear there's a new production center - how do I get access?

参观 生产 Center FAQ page for more information.

I want to form a band this year on campus. Is there a room in the department where we can practice?

While the department does not have any space for student band rehearsals, the College has just completed creating a band rehearsal space for the student community. 联系 片 关于这个空间.

I have an instrument that I don't want to keep in my room. Is there an instrument locker I can use?

Instrument lockers are reserved for members of faculty-directed ensembles. 请联系 克里斯·金 for a locker assignment.

Is there an Oxy instrument I can borrow such as a string bass, viola, etc.?

是的. 的re are a limited number of instruments available for members of the Symphony Orchestra and the 爵士乐团.

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2023 - 2024年目录

课程数量

音乐 的ory Placement Exam

Whether you’re interested in  音乐专业  or simply taking a  songwriting or production  course, you will need to begin by taking music theory courses. If you’ve already studied music theory, then you need to take the online  音乐 的ory Placement Exam , if you haven’t done so already. If you haven’t studied music theory previously, then you should enroll in MUSC 101 音乐 的ory I, which is only offered in the fall semester.  

PLEASE NOTE, the four-course music theory sequence is offered every academic year as follows:

     Fall Semester             MUSC 101, MUSC 251/251A

Spring Semester            MUSC 151/151A, MUSC 351/351A

音乐 Lesson Placement & Ensemble Scholarship 试镜

如果你想 take private lessons for voice or an instrument, 或者如果你想的话 play in an ensemble , you need to fill out the 音乐 Lesson Placement & Ensemble Scholarship 试镜 form. 的se informal auditions will help us place you with an instructor suited to your needs. You will also be considered for ensemble scholarships. 

Audition Sign-up Form

Ensemble 试镜

如果你想  perform in an ensemble , you should sign up for an audition. All audition schedules and sign-up sheets, as well as descriptions of each of our ensembles, can be found on the 乐团 page. If you're new to playing music, don't worry; 大学合唱团, Son Jarocho Ensemble, and Afro-Cuban Drumming Ensemble don't require auditions and welcome beginners.