Intensive Summer Arts Programs: A Big Bang for Your Buck
Specialized summer arts opportunities immerse you in the life of a visual or performing arts student, prepare you for the complicated application project, and can give you an immeasurable return on your investment.
Training for a Marathon: How to Win Your Voice Audition
Practice is always the key to calming those nerves. But what's the best way to practice? Soprano Anna Atkinson shares her preparation tips, whether online or in person. As a student in the Masters of Music in Opera and Voice program at McGill University's Schulich School of Music, Anna is a veteran of winning auditions.
Thinking about majoring in voice? Here are eight ways to prepare
The most successful applicants don’t wait until senior year to start preparing. Admissions panels at conservatories and university music programs are looking for students who have already invested in their craft, built a foundation in music theory, and shown a real commitment to performance. Here are eight ways to build your skills, strengthen your application, and show programs that you’re ready
Evaluating College Dance Programs
How do you find a dance program that’s right for you?
You’re set on a career in dance, so the path to get there needs to be just right for you. With so many options out there, how can you narrow down a program that meets your needs, now and in the future? Start by benchmarking the programs on your list with the 10 considerations below.
Giving Your Leadership Skills a Boost: For Visual and Performing Artists
Leadership is a key element that college admissions officers look for in their applicants along with qualities such as responsibility, time management, dedication, and hard work. Leadership is one of the best and most impactful ways to show character and exceptional extracurricular involvement.