In addition to general knowledge about music, the student must demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge relating to his or her major instrument. Such knowledge must include bibliographical, historical, analytical, and pedagogical information pertaining to the body of symphonic, chamber, and solo literature of that instrument. In addition the student should be familiar with scientific and general historical information regarding the instrument. Various choices are possible, as listed on the front of this sheet. Repertoire list requirements are left to the discretion of the individual major professors.
All recitals require a preview to be given approximately one month in advance of the performance.
Performance-related research papers must be presented at the time of the preview.