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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Training

Bachelor of Music in Performance with an instrumental emphasis (woodwind, brass, or percussion)

Private study with artist-teachers and intensive performance experience

Thorough preparation for careers as a chamber musician, band/orchestra instrumentalist, or soloist

Performance & Productions

Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Greyhound Sound Marching Band, Jazz Ensemble, and Steel Drum Band

The Greyhound Sound won Metallica's "For Whom the Band Tolls" college marching band competition

Public performances under eminent faculty and guest conductors

Professional Development

Music service organizations including NAfME, the National Band Association, Kappa Kappa Psi, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia

NASM-accredited program (member since 1960)

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.35

Admit rate

92%

school-wide

Grad rate

45%

Enrollment

3.4K

Earnings

$39K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$7,074

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$9,054

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$16,952

Before aid

Average net price

$4,904

After aid

Tuition Fees · enmu.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 16, 2:45 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Bachelor of Music in Performance with an instrumental emphasis (woodwind, brass, or percussion)

Private study with artist-teachers and intensive performance experience

Thorough preparation for careers as a chamber musician, band/orchestra instrumentalist, or soloist

Performance & Productions

Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Greyhound Sound Marching Band, Jazz Ensemble, and Steel Drum Band

The Greyhound Sound won Metallica's "For Whom the Band Tolls" college marching band competition

Public performances under eminent faculty and guest conductors

Professional Development

Music service organizations including NAfME, the National Band Association, Kappa Kappa Psi, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia

NASM-accredited program (member since 1960)

Program Highlights

Training

Bachelor of Music in Performance with an instrumental emphasis (woodwind, brass, or percussion)

Private study with artist-teachers and intensive performance experience

Thorough preparation for careers as a chamber musician, band/orchestra instrumentalist, or soloist

Performance & Productions

Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Greyhound Sound Marching Band, Jazz Ensemble, and Steel Drum Band

The Greyhound Sound won Metallica's "For Whom the Band Tolls" college marching band competition

Public performances under eminent faculty and guest conductors

Professional Development

Music service organizations including NAfME, the National Band Association, Kappa Kappa Psi, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia

NASM-accredited program (member since 1960)

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

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School Website

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Official page · futuregreyhound.enmu.edu

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Audition — By Appointment

Auditions · enmu.edu

Audition Requirements

Repertoire

Winds: a prepared solo and/or two contrasting etudes, plus all major scales

Percussion: concert snare drum etude, a 2-mallet keyboard etude/solo, and a timpani etude/solo (or basic timpani technique demonstration with rolls and tuning)

Scales & Technique

Winds: all major scales

Percussion: 2-mallet competency may be shown through prepared scale/arpeggio exercises in lieu of an etude/solo

Auditions · enmu.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Free ENMU university application — no separate program application or portal fee

Rolling admissions with no set deadline

Wind players complete a Band Application for membership in the band program

Placement

Admitted students complete a music theory and aural-skills diagnostic at orientation for course placement only — it does not affect admission

What's The Process

Instrumental Audition

Audition on your principal instrument using that area's repertoire requirements

Winds: prepared solo and/or two contrasting etudes, all major scales, and sight-reading

Percussion: snare drum etude, 2-mallet keyboard etude/solo, timpani etude/solo, and sight-reading on snare and mallets

Complete a theory diagnostic assessment

Drum Set (Percussion, Optional)

Percussionists may submit a video demonstrating styles such as rock, swing, funk, and bossa nova, plus ensemble performances

Time permitting, drum set styles may be demonstrated live by request

Process

Apply for ENMU admission first, then schedule your audition by calling 575.562.2377 or using the online audition form

Live, in-person audition on campus, by appointment

Contact

Department of Music: 575.562.2377

Email: enmu.music@enmu.edu

Scholarship Info

Talent Scholarships

College of Fine Arts talent-based scholarships are available for music majors

Students must receive an ENMU acceptance letter before scholarships can be awarded

Part-time campus jobs may also help finance education

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.35

Admit rate

92%

school-wide

Grad rate

45%

Enrollment

3.4K

Earnings

$39K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$7,074

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$9,054

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$16,952

Before aid

Average net price

$4,904

After aid

Tuition Fees · enmu.edu College Scorecard

Training

Bachelor of Music in Performance with an instrumental emphasis (woodwind, brass, or percussion)

Private study with artist-teachers and intensive performance experience

Thorough preparation for careers as a chamber musician, band/orchestra instrumentalist, or soloist

Performance & Productions

Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Greyhound Sound Marching Band, Jazz Ensemble, and Steel Drum Band

The Greyhound Sound won Metallica's "For Whom the Band Tolls" college marching band competition

Public performances under eminent faculty and guest conductors

Professional Development

Music service organizations including NAfME, the National Band Association, Kappa Kappa Psi, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia

NASM-accredited program (member since 1960)

Updated Sep 16, 2:45 PM

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