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Marcel A. Desautels Faculty of Music Graduate Application

GRADUATE APPLICATION for September 2011 or January 2012 (Revised August 13, 2010)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 7, 2010 (For September entry) NOTE: To be eligible for scholarships or bursaries, students must meet all application deadlines, and audition during the advertised in-person audition dates, or ensure that the Faculty receives a high quality audition DVD or videotape prior to

the end of this audition period. If you miss any of our deadlines, please contact us as soon as possible.

Students wishing to study at the Graduate Level at the Marcel A. Desautels Faculty of Music beginning in September 2011 (or January 2012) must normally hold a four-year music degree from an institution recognized by the Faculty of Graduate Studies; however, some exceptions do apply. For specific information, refer to the Faculty of Music Supplemental Regulations - http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/admin/532.htm 1. Complete TWO applications and send ALL DOCUMENTS TO THE FACULTY OF GRADUATE STUDIES a. The Marcel A. Desautels Faculty of Music Graduate Application, which should include a personal essay, repertoire

listing and a current curriculum vita, as well as a DVD and score analysis (for conducting) or portfolio and recording (for composition). Please provide your referees with a copy of the attached Faculty of Music, Letter to Support Application for Admission.

b. The University of Manitoba Application for Graduate Admission, along with the application fee of CDN $100.00, and all related documentation. References should be the Faculty of Music Letter to Support Application for Admission.

c. The Faculty of Graduate Studies application form and important information regarding fees, housing, etc. is available at: http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/admissions/index.html. Should you have questions about the University’s graduate application process, please contact the Faculty of Graduate Studies Admissions Officer for Music at (204) 474-7874.

2. Auditions and interviews are scheduled for the period of February 4-5, 2011, at the Music Building on the Fort Garry Campus, Winnipeg, Manitoba. If you are applying from out of province, you may, with permission, apply via high-quality DVD or video tape. Audio only submissions are not acceptable. 3. Theory and history diagnostic assessments will be written just prior to the start of classes in September 2011. Unsatisfactory results on these tests may require students to do remedial work as a co-requisite or pre-requisite to the graduate program; such work, if required, will not count for credit toward the Master of Music degree.

International applicants (excluding citizens/residents of the US) requiring Study Permits to enter Canada should submit their applications and required documents at least nine (9) months before the desired date of admission to allow enough time for processing of the required visa. Students requiring campus residence should apply immediately for housing.

The application deadlines for receipt of all materials at the Faculty of Graduate Studies are: Session Start Date Canadian/US Applicants International Applicants

Fall September 2011 December 7, 2010 December 7, 2010 *Winter *limited admission

January 2012 June 15, 2011 June 15, 2011

Detailed Audition information may be found on the next page. In addition to the information provided,

we encourage all applicants to contact the department chairs directly. Brass Richard Gillis: [email protected] Choral Conducting Elroy Friesen: [email protected] Jazz Anna-Lisa Kirby: [email protected] Collaborative Piano Judith Kehler Siebert: [email protected] Composition & Graduate Chair for Music Michael Matthews: [email protected] Piano David Moroz: [email protected] Strings Oleg Pokhanovski: [email protected] Voice Mel Braun: [email protected] Instrumental Conducting Fraser Linklater: [email protected] Woodwinds Allen Harrington: [email protected] Marcel A. Desautels Faculty of Music Shelley O’Leary, Admissions Coordinator University of Manitoba (204) 474-6728; [email protected] 65 Dafoe Road Susan Leeson, Registrar Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 (204) 474-9133; [email protected] www.umanitoba.ca/music Fax: (204) 474-7546


APPLICATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 7, 2010 FOR SEPTEMBER 2011 ENTRY Graduate Application for September 2011 or January 2012 Audition Information:

(Revised August 13, 2010) All auditions will include an interview to explore the applicant’s professional goals and suitability to fulfill those goals. This interview is weighted as 25% of the application process. Interviews may be conducted via speaker phone if the candidate is unable to attend in person. Performance Candidates:

Students may apply in the following specialty areas within the performance concentration: Standard Orchestral & Wind Band Instruments, Voice, Piano, Collaborative Piano, Classical Guitar, and Jazz.

Specific audition requirements for each area are found on our webpage at: http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/music/future/212.htm

All applicants are to submit a listing of repertoire and a current curriculum vita that includes details of performance experience. All applicants are required to audition with a program of works representing a variety of historical periods and exhibiting a variety of contrasting styles. The program for all auditions should be of sufficient length (usually 20-30 minutes) to allow for this. All pieces must be accompanied. It is your responsibility to find an accompanist - you may contact us for a listing of local accompanists. The audition may involve sight-reading/playing. In the case of audition by electronic media, sight-reading and sight-playing abilities will be evaluated during a follow-up audition prior to the start of classes for those students successful in being admitted to the Faculty of Music Graduate Program. Composition Candidates: Applicants to the composition area are to submit a portfolio of works demonstrating their ability to work in a variety of art music genres (orchestral, chamber, solo, vocal, dramatic, electroacoustics, etc.) Instrumental submissions should include both scores and recordings. Applicants must also submit a curriculum vita detailing their experience both in the area of composition and in the field of music in general. In addition, they are to include an essay describing their particular interests/goals in their field, and discussing what they would like to gain from their study at the University of Manitoba, Faculty of Music. Conducting Candidates: Applicants to the conducting area are required to submit a current curriculum vita, a preliminary DVD (region 1 or 0) or video tape of their rehearsal and performance conducting (with the camera facing the conductor), and a list of repertoire they have conducted both in rehearsal and in performance. They must also submit an analysis of a piece of music from a theoretical/conducting standpoint (form; harmonic, melodic, and rhythmic structure; technical challenges for the players; technical and musical challenges for the conductor). Applicants should consult with the appropriate faculty member regarding the specific piece to be analyzed. Conducting applicants will be required to conduct two pieces in rehearsal with a university ensemble appropriate to the desired area of specialization. Repertoire chosen for the audition must represent contrasting styles, and be approved by the conducting faculty prior to the audition. The conducting audition will normally last 20-30 minutes. In addition, INSTRUMENTAL conducting applicants will be required to: coach a chamber ensemble (20-30 minutes), perform selections of their choice on their main instrument or voice, and display proficiency in sight singing and rhythmic reading. CHORAL conducting applicants will be required to perform vocal selections of their choice and display proficiency in sight singing and keyboard score reading.

Applicants to all areas of our Master’s Program should refer to the Faculty of Graduate Studies,

Music Supplemental Regulations found at: http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/admin/532.htm


Graduate Application for September 2011

Or January 2012

JAZZ AUDITION REQUIREMENTS (A rhythm section will be provided by the Faculty)

Drummers, Horn, Piano, Guitar and Bass Players: You will be required to perform 3 tunes with the rhythm section provided: 1. A medium tempo Blues selection. Play melody and 2 improvised choruses. 2. An up - tempo "Rhythm Changes" selection. Play melody and 2 improvised choruses 3. A Jazz standard of your choice Play melody and 2 improvised choruses Rhythm section players must “comp” for a soloist. 4. Sight read a short piece provided by the panel. You must provide 3 copies of the charts of the music you select to perform. Vocalists: You will be required to sing 3 tunes with the rhythm section provided: 1. An up - tempo jazz standard with a swing or Latin feel. 2. A medium tempo blues, with 2 improvised choruses. 3. A ballad of your choice. You must provide 3 copies of the charts of the music you select to perform (in your key). For further information on the jazz audition requirements, please contact: Anna-Lisa Kirby, Jazz Coordinator 474-7060 [email protected]

Rev August 13, 2010


MARCEL A. DESAUTELS FACULTY OF MUSIC

GRADUATE STRING INSTRUMENTS Audition Requirements

VIOLIN: MEMORIZATION PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED.

1. Bach: Two movements from any Sonata or Partita for violin solo 2. Any virtuoso work for violin and piano or violin solo 3. First or second, and third movements from any major violin concerto (including Mozart #4 and #5;

Bruch G-minor, op.26 is not acceptable) VIOLA: MEMORIZATION PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED.

1. Applicant may choose one of the following: • J.S. Bach: two movements from any Sonata or Partita for violin solo or Suites for Cello solo • OR Reger: Two contrasting movements from any Suite for viola solo

2. Any virtuoso work for viola solo or with piano, or first movement from Sonata by Brahms or Schubert Arpeggione.

3. Two contrasting movements from Concertos by: Bartok, Walton, Hindemith or Schnittke CELLO: MEMORIZATION PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED.

1. Two etudes by Popper, 40 Etudes, Opus 73 2. Prelude and additional movement from any of the J.S. Bach Cello Suites. 3. First or Finale movement from standard concerto or complete Tchaikovsky Rocco Variation. 4. Piece of your own choice.

DOUBLE BASS: MEMORIZATION PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED.

1. Two contrasting pieces of applicant’s choice. 2. Three orchestra excerpts: by Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Mozart or Strauss. 3. One major scale, one harmonic minor scale, one minor scale of choice in two or three octaves. 4. Sight-reading may be required.

GUITAR: MEMORIZATION PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED.

1. The first movement from any J.S. Bach suites for Lute or Fuge BMV 1001 or BMV 998. If you choose the Prelude from Suite BMV 996, you must play it with Presto.

2. First movement of a major work (concerto, sonata, suite, etc. for guitar solo or guitar and piano. 3. One piece representing a major 20th/21st Century work for guitar.

Rev August 13, 2010


Marcel A. Desautels Faculty of Music Graduate Application for September 2011 or January 2012

APPLICATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 7, 2010 FOR SEPTEMBER 2011 ENTRY

Please complete the University of Manitoba’s Faculty of Graduate Studies Application Form from http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/admissions/index.html

and return applications and all documents along with the application fee to: Faculty of Graduate Studies, 500 University Centre

University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2

SECTION 1: PERSONAL DATA PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY Name: (first, middle, last) __________________________________________________________________________ Street Address: __________________________________________________________________________________ City/Prov/State: _____________________________________________ Postal/Zip Code: _____________________ Mailing Address: _________________________________________________________________________________ (if different from above) Home Telephone: (_____) ____________________ Cell Phone or Alternate Phone: (_____) ___________________ Email Address: __________________________________________________________________________________ SECTION 2: EDUCATION Include Sealed Original of All Transcripts Post-Secondary Institution(s) Attended: Dates Attended Degree Obtained/ GPA? I already have a University of Manitoba Student Number: _________________________________________________ Please Note: Other details of educational background, including seminars, master-classes and workshops, may be included in your statement of educational preparation and professional objectives. – See Section 7 FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: DATE RECEIVED: HOW RECEIVED: SIGNATURE

Marcel A. Desautels Faculty of Music Graduate Application SECTION 3: THE AUDITION Proposed concentration: Conducting Composition Performance Instrumental _____ or Choral _____ Classical ____ or Jazz ____ Audition Instrument or Voice: (specify vocal range) ________________________________________________ Other instrument(s) Played: _________________________________________________________________ Audition dates have been determined as: Friday-Saturday, February 4-5, 2011 July 2011 for January 2012 entry* *exact date to be determined Permission for an alternate date will be granted under special circumstances only, and with enough notice to assemble an audition panel. Conducting auditions will be arranged on an individual basis with the Instrumental or Choral Director, as appropriate. My Audition Pieces Will Include: Title Length of Time Composer 1. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 3._____________________________________________________________________________________________ 4._____________________________________________________________________________________________ SECTION 4: PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION AND STUDY Please list your recent private music instructors, and your length of study with each: Name of Instructor Phone Email Years of Study 1. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. _____________________________________________________________________________________________

Marcel A. Desautels Faculty of Music Graduate Application SECTION 5: PERFORMANCE BACKGROUND Please submit a Curriculum Vita summarizing details of performance, conducting, composing and/or teaching experience and repertoire, as well as publications, commissions, awards, and prizes. If necessary, attach a separate sheet detailing ensembles in which you have performed or are currently performing, ensembles you have taught, directed or conducted, or ensembles you are currently involved in. SECTION 6: REFERENCES Please indicate the names of at least two references to whom you have given the Letters to Support Application for Admission. As the references are speaking to your commitment to music and your accomplishments, they may include university or private instructors, conductors of ensembles, directors of art organizations or professional performers with whom you have worked. Name Phone Number E-mail Address 1. ____________________________________________________________________________________ 2. ____________________________________________________________________________________ 3. ____________________________________________________________________________________ SECTION 7: ESSAY Prepare a formal essay of no more than 500 words that summarizes your educational and professional achievements as well as professional objectives. You may wish to include relevant educational or professional experience not covered in your curriculum vita, such as: special non-credit courses, seminars, master-classes or workshops; experience as a performer, conductor or composer; and educational or arts initiatives in which you have participated. The Curriculum Vita part of your application does not replace this essay. NOTE: To be eligible for scholarships or bursaries, students must meet all application deadlines, and audition during the advertised in-person audition dates, or ensure that the Faculty receives a high quality audition DVD or videotape prior to the end of this audition period. If you miss any of our deadlines, please contact us as soon as possible. I certify that all of the foregoing information is correct: Signature: __________________________________ Date: ______________________________________ Rev August 13, 2010

Personal information is collected under the authority of The University of Manitoba Act. It is used for the purposes of admission, registration, provision of education to the student including assessment of academic status, and communication with the student. It may be used for administrative research in support of provision of education and general administration of the University. It may be disclosed to other educational institutions, government departments, and co-sponsoring organizations, and, for those students who are members of UMSU, it will be disclosed to the University of Manitoba Students' Union. Upon graduation, the student’s name and address, together with information on degrees, diplomas, and certificates earned, will be given to and maintained by the alumni records department in order to assist the University’s advancement and development efforts. Information on graduation and awards may be made public. Personal information will not be used or disclosed for other purposes, unless permitted by The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Personal information is protected under the Protection of Privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. If you have any questions about the collection of your personal information, contact the Access & Privacy Office (204-474-9462 or 204-474-8339), 233 Elizabeth Dafoe Library, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R3T 2N2. If you wish to authorize another person to access your personal information on your behalf you must provide written authorization. Consent forms are available from Admissions Office or on our website.


Graduate Application for September 2011 or January 2012 (Rev August 13, 2010)


LETTER TO SUPPORT APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Applicant’s Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Proposed concentration: Conducting Composition Performance Instrumental _____ or Choral _____ Classical ____ or Jazz ____ Reference’s Name: _____________________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________________

Telephone: __________________________ E-Mail: ________________________________________

Relationship to Applicant: _________________________________________________________________ Institution / Position: _______________________________________________________________________

To the Student: As a courtesy, you should provide your referee with a stamped envelope, addressed to: Music Admissions Coordinator Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Manitoba Phone: (204) 474-7874 or 500 University Centre Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Fax: (204) 474-7553 The information in this report will be considered confidential. We are particularly interested in the applicant’s ability to carry on advanced study and research, teaching ability, promise for a successful career in Music, and any weakness (e.g. inability to maintain sustained effort). If the applicant’s first language is not English, please give your assessment of his/her ability in English. We would also appreciate knowing the basis of your general assessment. (1) How long have you known the applicant? ___________________________________________________ (2) How does the applicant compare musically with other students with whom you have worked who have applied for and/or undertaken graduate studies? ________________________________________________________________________________________

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Marcel A. Desautels Faculty of Music Graduate Application (3) Taking into account item 2 above, among approximately _______ students I have known at the same stage in his/her field in recent years, I would rank this applicant as:

Upper 5% Upper 10% Upper 25% Upper 50%

I (circle one) would OR would not accept this applicant as a graduate student. (4) Please rank the applicant in terms of his or her likelihood of successfully completing a Master’s Program, according to the following criteria:

Outstanding Above

average Average Below

average Unable

to judge

Intellectual ability

Originality, creativity

Ability to carry out academic work

Initiative and motivation

Ability to complete projects, course work, programs

Expressive skills (written)

Expressive skills (spoken)

Likelihood of success as teaching assistant

Organization of work, attention to objectives

Cooperation in working with others

(5) Please provide any further comments to help the Faculty of Music in the evaluation of this applicant. Use the reverse side or attach an additional sheet. Thank you for your assistance. To ensure confidentiality, please return your letter in a sealed envelope with your signature across the seal. You may either return your reference to the student, or mail it directly to the Faculty of Graduate Studies Music Admissions Coordinator. Signature: _____________________________________________________________________________ Date: _________________________________________________________________________________


Graduate Application for September 2011 or January 2012 (Rev August 13, 2010)


LETTER TO SUPPORT APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Applicant’s Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Proposed concentration: Conducting Composition Performance Instrumental _____ or Choral _____ Classical ____ or Jazz ____ Reference’s Name: _____________________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________________

Telephone: __________________________ E-Mail: ________________________________________

Relationship to Applicant: _________________________________________________________________ Institution / Position: _______________________________________________________________________

To the Student: As a courtesy, you should provide your referee with a stamped envelope, addressed to: Music Admissions Coordinator Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Manitoba Phone: (204) 474-7874 or 500 University Centre Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Fax: (204) 474-7553 The information in this report will be considered confidential. We are particularly interested in the applicant’s ability to carry on advanced study and research, teaching ability, promise for a successful career in Music, and any weakness (e.g. inability to maintain sustained effort). If the applicant’s first language is not English, please give your assessment of his/her ability in English. We would also appreciate knowing the basis of your general assessment. (1) How long have you known the applicant? ___________________________________________________ (2) How does the applicant compare musically with other students with whom you have worked who have applied for and/or undertaken graduate studies? ________________________________________________________________________________________

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Marcel A. Desautels Faculty of Music Graduate Application (3) Taking into account item 2 above, among approximately _______ students I have known at the same stage in his/her field in recent years, I would rank this applicant as:

Upper 5% Upper 10% Upper 25% Upper 50%

I (circle one) would OR would not accept this applicant as a graduate student. (4) Please rank the applicant in terms of his or her likelihood of successfully completing a Master’s Program, according to the following criteria:

Outstanding Above

average Average Below

average Unable

to judge

Intellectual ability

Originality, creativity

Ability to carry out academic work

Initiative and motivation

Ability to complete projects, course work, programs

Expressive skills (written)

Expressive skills (spoken)

Likelihood of success as teaching assistant

Organization of work, attention to objectives

Cooperation in working with others

(5) Please provide any further comments to help the Faculty of Music in the evaluation of this applicant. Use the reverse side or attach an additional sheet. Thank you for your assistance. To ensure confidentiality, please return your letter in a sealed envelope with your signature across the seal. You may either return your reference to the student, or mail it directly to the Faculty of Graduate Studies Music Admissions Coordinator. Signature: _____________________________________________________________________________ Date: _________________________________________________________________________________

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