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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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Music performance

Composition & music studies

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BM Performance

Instrumental

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

Become an expert on your chosen instrument with a primary and secondary focus

Introduction to electronic music, instrumental arranging, instrumental pedagogy, and musical literature

Culminating senior recital showcasing four years of study

Performance & Productions

4 instrumental performance groups including Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Jazz Combo

Chamber ensembles such as string quartet, brass ensemble, and flute choir

Facilities

Smith-Hermanson Music Center with an electronic music studio and music technology lab

218-seat Butz-Carruth Recital Hall designed for performance recording

Wind, brass, string, and percussion instruments available across campus

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.81

Admit rate

74%

school-wide

Grad rate

74%

Enrollment

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$41,674

Before aid

Average net price

$24,865

After aid

Tuition Funding · taylor.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 13, 11:12 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Become an expert on your chosen instrument with a primary and secondary focus

Introduction to electronic music, instrumental arranging, instrumental pedagogy, and musical literature

Culminating senior recital showcasing four years of study

Performance & Productions

4 instrumental performance groups including Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Jazz Combo

Chamber ensembles such as string quartet, brass ensemble, and flute choir

Facilities

Smith-Hermanson Music Center with an electronic music studio and music technology lab

218-seat Butz-Carruth Recital Hall designed for performance recording

Wind, brass, string, and percussion instruments available across campus

Program Highlights

Training

Become an expert on your chosen instrument with a primary and secondary focus

Introduction to electronic music, instrumental arranging, instrumental pedagogy, and musical literature

Culminating senior recital showcasing four years of study

Performance & Productions

4 instrumental performance groups including Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Jazz Combo

Chamber ensembles such as string quartet, brass ensemble, and flute choir

Facilities

Smith-Hermanson Music Center with an electronic music studio and music technology lab

218-seat Butz-Carruth Recital Hall designed for performance recording

Wind, brass, string, and percussion instruments available across campus

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Auditions

Fall 2027 Music Audition Visit Day

Nov 22–23, 2026Feb 14–15, 2027

OR — Recorded Video Audition

Video audition submission deadlineMar 15, 2027

Music Audition Guidelines.Pdf · taylor.edu Music Scholarship · admissions.taylor.edu

Audition Requirements

Repertoire

Prepare one selection of the type used for state contest or solo and ensemble participation

A movement from a sonata, concerto, or concert piece is acceptable

Memorization is not required

Bass, guitar, and set drummers may instead submit a recording demonstrating contemporary styles such as rock, swing, Latin, and other jazz styles, with twelve-bar blues improvisation included

Recorded excerpts from jazz bands, combos, and worship teams may be included to demonstrate ensemble playing

Accompaniment

An accompanist is provided for all areas except piano

Mail or email sheet music to the department at least one week before the scheduled audition

Music Performance · taylor.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to Taylor University via Common App or the school application

Complete the online Music, Theatre & Dance Audition and Scholarship Application

Schedule an audition during MTD Audition Visit Days or a personalized visit before March 15

Admitted students take a music theory and aural-skills placement assessment for course placement only, not admission

What's The Process

Audition Process

In-person: schedule during MTD Audition Visit Days (November or February) or a personalized visit before March 15

Video: submit a recorded audition by email or by uploading it to YouTube

Audition Expectations

Audition is for both admission to the department and scholarship consideration

Must complete the audition by March 15 for scholarship consideration

Contact

Andrea Baker: andrea_baker@taylor.edu, 765-998-5232

Scholarship Info

Music, Theatre & Dance Scholarship

Presented to outstanding high school seniors and transfer students committed to a career in music

Both merit and need-based awards designed to enhance the university financial aid package

Award amounts vary depending on musical ability and departmental needs

Renewable each year; students must reapply to the department for renewal

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.81

Admit rate

74%

school-wide

Grad rate

74%

Enrollment

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$41,674

Before aid

Average net price

$24,865

After aid

Tuition Funding · taylor.edu College Scorecard

Training

Become an expert on your chosen instrument with a primary and secondary focus

Introduction to electronic music, instrumental arranging, instrumental pedagogy, and musical literature

Culminating senior recital showcasing four years of study

Performance & Productions

4 instrumental performance groups including Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Jazz Combo

Chamber ensembles such as string quartet, brass ensemble, and flute choir

Facilities

Smith-Hermanson Music Center with an electronic music studio and music technology lab

218-seat Butz-Carruth Recital Hall designed for performance recording

Wind, brass, string, and percussion instruments available across campus

Updated Sep 13, 11:12 PM