Program Details

Music - Performance School: Cambrian College Faculty: School of Music Degree: Diploma Field of Study: Music Music Performance, General Music, General Music, Other Description: The program of study in Music - Performance is adapted to the needs of the aspiring musician. A solid understanding of music theory and history is the basis from which to develop unique skills and styles applied to the student's specialty. Whether they perform, compose, teach, or become employed in the music industry, all musicians require an education that strengthens their perceptual, imaginative, and expressive powers as well as develops specific skills. Within the Music - Performance program each student has the opportunity to study a major and a minor option in the following areas: brass, classical guitar, piano, percussion, strings, voice, or woodwinds. One year of piano minor is required of all students having no background in piano. Those with Grade 2 Royal Conservatory level in piano can elect one of the following minor options: brass, classical guitar, strings, piano, organ, voice, woodwind or percussion. All students are involved in music ensembles, weekly performance classes, choirs, orchestras, bands, and jazz groups. The Music - Performance program also features specially designed music theory and music history courses that enable students to be accommodated at their particular level of expertise. Courses in language, teaching methods, and business skills equip the student for both the teaching and commerce ends of the music profession. Concerts presented throughout the school year showcase Cambrian's music students and faculty. Cambrian is committed to maintaining small classes to ensure that students receive maximum individual attention and nurturing. Website: Music - Performance at Cambrian College Length: 3 Year(s) Careers: 1 career(s) Admission Requirements Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including: - any grade 12 English (C), (U) or (M) Please Note: Must demonstrate musical aptitude during an audition. For graduates of the old curriculum (OS:IS) Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including: - any 2 senior level English (general or advanced) Please Note: Must demonstrate musical aptitude during an audition. Additional Requirements Training in a major instrument. Deadlines: Application Deadline Start Date February 1, 2012 * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.