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Instrumental Performance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

Concerto Competition winners perform with the Symphony Orchestra

Finalists in the Undergraduate Artist Competition receive cash awards

95% of recent CCA graduates employed or pursuing advanced degrees within six months of graduation

Training

One-on-one applied music lessons every semester on your primary instrument

Two solo recitals: a half recital junior year and a full senior recital

Coursework in music theory, aural skills, music history, and instrument-specific pedagogy/literature

Lifelong faculty mentorship that continues after graduation

Performance & Ensembles

Large instrumental ensembles: Symphony Orchestra, Symphony Band, Wind Ensemble, and Marching Band

Additional ensembles including Jazz Ensemble, Steel Band, and a Laptop Ensemble

Chamber music and accompanying opportunities for pianists and guitarists

School Info

Snapshot

3.82

Avg GPA (W)

75%

Admit Rate

school-wide

80%

Grad Rate

16.7K

Enrollment

$55K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$19,070

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$43,298

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$42,292

Before aid

Average Net Price

$28,384

After aid

Coa By Cohort · miamioh.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 5, 1:01 AM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Concerto Competition winners perform with the Symphony Orchestra

Finalists in the Undergraduate Artist Competition receive cash awards

95% of recent CCA graduates employed or pursuing advanced degrees within six months of graduation

Training

One-on-one applied music lessons every semester on your primary instrument

Two solo recitals: a half recital junior year and a full senior recital

Coursework in music theory, aural skills, music history, and instrument-specific pedagogy/literature

Lifelong faculty mentorship that continues after graduation

Performance & Ensembles

Large instrumental ensembles: Symphony Orchestra, Symphony Band, Wind Ensemble, and Marching Band

Additional ensembles including Jazz Ensemble, Steel Band, and a Laptop Ensemble

Chamber music and accompanying opportunities for pianists and guitarists

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Concerto Competition winners perform with the Symphony Orchestra

Finalists in the Undergraduate Artist Competition receive cash awards

95% of recent CCA graduates employed or pursuing advanced degrees within six months of graduation

Training

One-on-one applied music lessons every semester on your primary instrument

Two solo recitals: a half recital junior year and a full senior recital

Coursework in music theory, aural skills, music history, and instrument-specific pedagogy/literature

Lifelong faculty mentorship that continues after graduation

Performance & Ensembles

Large instrumental ensembles: Symphony Orchestra, Symphony Band, Wind Ensemble, and Marching Band

Additional ensembles including Jazz Ensemble, Steel Band, and a Laptop Ensemble

Chamber music and accompanying opportunities for pianists and guitarists

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App Coalition App

Fee

$50

Deadline

Early application deadlineNov 1, 2026

Early Action IIDec 1, 2026

Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

Undergraduate Students · miamioh.edu

Program AppApplication

Auditions

On-Campus Music Audition

Nov 7, 2026Jan 16, 2027Feb 6 & 13, 2027

Index · miamioh.edu

Audition Requirements

Repertoire

Two selections of contrasting styles — one demonstrating technical facility, the other beauty of tone — performed on your primary instrument (brass, woodwind, string, percussion, piano, harp, or guitar)

Selections should be standard solo works or etudes appropriate to your instrument; repertoire of equal or greater difficulty may be substituted

Some areas have specific requirements — for example, piano requires three memorized solo works including a sonata movement and two contrasting pieces from different periods

Review your instrument's detailed repertoire list on the Department of Music audition page for your area (Brass, Woodwinds, Strings, Percussion, or Piano)

Scales & Technique

Be prepared to demonstrate scales as specified for your instrument; most areas require major and minor scales, with ranges and octaves varying by instrument

Accompaniment

An accompanist is generally not provided and is not required; applicants may provide their own

Index · miamioh.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Two separate applications: Miami University (Common App or Coalition App) + Department of Music (via Applicant Status Page)

Department of Music application and audition request submitted through Applicant Status Page

Apply to both concurrently — no need to wait for a University decision first

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

Schedule a live on-campus audition, or upload a video audition

Audition on your primary performance medium — a brass, woodwind, string, or percussion instrument (piano, harp, and guitar are also offered)

Audition includes a performance on your instrument, scales/technique, sight-reading where required, and an interview

No application fee for the Department of Music application

Contact

Music@MiamiOH.edu | 513-529-3014

Scholarship Info

Music Talent Scholarships

Awarded in addition to any academic merit scholarships from the university

Decisions made at the time of audition

Audition materials must be evaluated by March 1 to be considered

School Info

Snapshot

3.82

Avg GPA (W)

75%

Admit Rate

school-wide

80%

Grad Rate

16.7K

Enrollment

$55K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$19,070

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$43,298

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$42,292

Before aid

Average Net Price

$28,384

After aid

Coa By Cohort · miamioh.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Concerto Competition winners perform with the Symphony Orchestra

Finalists in the Undergraduate Artist Competition receive cash awards

95% of recent CCA graduates employed or pursuing advanced degrees within six months of graduation

Training

One-on-one applied music lessons every semester on your primary instrument

Two solo recitals: a half recital junior year and a full senior recital

Coursework in music theory, aural skills, music history, and instrument-specific pedagogy/literature

Lifelong faculty mentorship that continues after graduation

Performance & Ensembles

Large instrumental ensembles: Symphony Orchestra, Symphony Band, Wind Ensemble, and Marching Band

Additional ensembles including Jazz Ensemble, Steel Band, and a Laptop Ensemble

Chamber music and accompanying opportunities for pianists and guitarists

Updated Aug 5, 1:01 AM