Music Excellence Programme‌

A specialist programme in music performance for 4^th-6^th year students considering an undergraduate degree in music performance 

Overview

DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama is delighted to offer a programme specifically designed for students in 4^th-6^th years considering an undergraduate degree in music performance in an orchestral or keyboard instrument.  The programme would be ideal for a transition year student but is designed for entry in 5^th and 6 year also, depending on audition.

Applicants are expected to have attained a high level of performance on their instrument. The objective of the programme is to challenge the student creatively through individual expert tuition, classes in performance and musicianship and ensemble playing, so that they can progress and achieve their true potential.

Programme Content (Orchestral instruments)

• Individual Lesson with one of the Conservatory’s expert teachers.
• Musicianship Classes
• Ensembles
• Chamber Music
• Piano Accompaniment Rehearsals
• Performance Classes
• Performances

 Programme Content (Piano and Organ)

• Individual Lesson with one of the Conservatory’s expert teachers.
• Musicianship Classes
• Performance Classes
• Performances
• Chamber music option

Audition

• Auditions for entry to the course in September 2016 will take place in early May 2016.  Closing date is 15 April.
• Applicants are asked to prepare two contrasting pieces and may be asked to play scales/technical exercises and complete a sight-reading test.  There will also be an interview covering music education goals and ambitions.
• Students will be selected on the basis of music experience, interest, talent and potential for third-level performance education.

Assessment

• Attendance
• Teacher Report on Progress
• Submission of a Reflective Journal
• End of Year Performance
• Musicianship Exam

Please note: Students must re-audition each year to continue in Music Excellence Programme

Fees

The fee includes instrumental lessons, musicianship class, ensemble, chamber music, accompaniment and performance classes, as appropriate to the instrument.

30 minute individual lesson: €853
60 minute individual lesson: €1458

Further Information

Kevin Hanafin, Head of Orchestral Studies
Email: kevin.hanafin@dit.ie

Dr David Mooney, Head of Keyboard Studies
Email: david.mooney@dit.ie
Tel: 01-4023593