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Western’s graduate programs in composition offer exceptional artistic and academic experiences. Students receive studio instruction from our distinguished faculty, who are committed to providing a stimulating, creative environment in which young composers develop their individual voices and pursue their creative goals. Students receive and create for themselves opportunities for performances of their original compositions, and are encouraged to explore a variety of artistic media and styles. In addition to communicating through original composition, students also discover opportunities to refine their written and oral communication skills in a supportive intellectual environment.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Western’s graduate programs in composition offer exceptional artistic and academic experiences. Students receive studio instruction from our distinguished faculty, who are committed to providing a stimulating, creative environment in which young composers develop their individual voices and pursue their creative goals. Students receive and create for themselves opportunities for performances of their original compositions, and are encouraged to explore a variety of artistic media and styles. In addition to communicating through original composition, students also discover opportunities to refine their written and oral communication skills in a supportive intellectual environment.
Admission Requirements
6+
2.7+
86+
Admission Requirements: (1) A Bachelor of Music with specialization in Composition or its equivalent, including three years of composition study; (2) Three to four recent original scores in a variety of media; (3) Instrumental recordings (not MIDI) of the original compositions where possible. On the application, please provide URL for site where your recording can be accessed, or mail a CD to the Graduate Program Assistant; (4) A recent assignment or essay that demonstrates skills in analysis; (5) A one-page statement of background, goals, and research/creative interests in composition; (6) Two confidential letters of reference. // For further information on admission requirements please check with the University for entry.
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements: (1) A Bachelor of Music with specialization in Composition or its equivalent, including three years of composition study; (2) Three to four recent original scores in a variety of media; (3) Instrumental recordings (not MIDI) of the original compositions where possible. On the application, please provide URL for site where your recording can be accessed, or mail a CD to the Graduate Program Assistant; (4) A recent assignment or essay that demonstrates skills in analysis; (5) A one-page statement of background, goals, and research/creative interests in composition; (6) Two confidential letters of reference. // For further information on admission requirements please check with the University for entry.
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