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Northwestern University, Bienen School of Music

Overview

Region

Evanston,

Illinois,

United States

Faculty

Lynn Williams

Program summary

Bienen School of Music offers students a world-class facility, faculty and training.  Students participate in ensembles ranging from Symphony Orchestra, Contemporary Music Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Opera and Harp Ensemble.  Harp specific studies include weekly private lessons, studio class, Harp pedagogy, advanced study of orchestral, opera and ballet literature, harp ensemble, and guest artist masterclasses. Degree programs include BM(Dual Degree available) MM and DMA. GA position available.

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program details

Type of school

University

Music and arts degrees offered

  • Bachelor of Music
  • Bachelor of Music Education
  • Master of Music
  • Doctor of Musical Arts

Lessons available for non-majors?

No

Harp minor offered?

No

Number of school harps

6

Space provided for personal harps?

Yes

more about this program

This program is best suited for students who:

"are looking for a large University experience with an excellent Music School."

What sets this program apart from others is:

"beautiful, state of the art facilities, world class faculty, and endless opportunities for students."

Students who graduate from this program go on to:

"become fruitful collaborators in the arts with successful careers."

The three words that best describe this school's environment are:

"collaborative, creative, and supportive."

Additional info

The Bienen harp studio focuses on a well rounded education including solo, chamber and orchestral playing. Competition and audition coaching is available, along with career advice and guidance for future teaching, publishing, recording and freelancing.

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