Training
•Bullet: Applied composition runs through all four years (16 units), supported by Counterpoint, Orchestration I, 20th Century Compositional Techniques, Intermediate Logic Pro and Composing for Film and Television
•Bullet: Students choose Arranging and Rehearsal Technique or Form and Analysis, and finish the 88-unit degree with a senior recital
•Bullet: Applied composition students submit their work to a jury at the end of each semester
Performance & Productions
•Bullet: Each composition student must have a composition performed at least once a year in Performance Forum, a studio recital, master class, reading session or ensemble performance, and recruits the performers and schedules the rehearsals
•Bullet: Performance Forum meets Mondays at 4:20 p.m. and is the department's regular stage for student work and guest artists
Professional Development
•Bullet: The major is designed for graduate study in composition or work as a professional composer, with a portfolio of compositions built across the degree
•Bullet: Composing for Film and Television is a required course, and study sits in the greater Los Angeles area
