How Do I Prepare to Study Music in University?

By Elizabeth Wells

Competition is very competitive. Students need to practice their instruments and get private lessons (if they have not already done so) to make sure that their auditions are top-notch. They also need to study music theory. They can do this privately through a tutor or by self-study. Most programs require Grade II Rudiments or Grade III Harmony (Royal Conservatory system) and there is usually a theory entrance assessment. They also might be asked to sight-read or sight-sing music or to sing intervals after hearing a note on the piano. They should also be prepared to answer some simple questions about music history, general style periods and important composers.

Elizabeth Wells, Marjorie Young Bell Conservatory of Music, Mount Allison University, and 3M National Teaching Fellow.

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