Program Information: Please follow the link
Application:
Please submit an online application here.
Requirements:
CGPA: 2.50 / 4.00
English Proficiency: TOEFL IBT (at least 87), IELTS (at least 6.5 average and 5.5 from each section) or Bilkent PAE (at least C).
Validity period for all exams: 2 years
Proof of Degree: Yes (if already obtained)
Transcripts: Yes
Statement of Purpose: A letter in English describing academic achievements, research interests, faculty members you are interested in working with, and motivations for applying to the program (Word limit: 500 to 800 words, double-spaced.
Letter of Recommendation: 2
Required Documents/Files:
Music Performance and Interpretation (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Percussion, Harp, Piano, Classical Guitar, Violin, Viola, Violoncello, Double-bass):
• The program of works they have chosen to perform at the examination.
• A writing sample demonstrating scholarly ability, 10-15 pages
Conducting:
• Videos of recently recorded performances in rehearsal/concert if applicable (encouraged but not required)
• The program of works they have chosen to conduct at the examination.
• A writing sample demonstrating scholarly ability, 10-15 pages
Composition:
• Musical scores of 3 recent original compositions reflecting a variety of genres and instrumental combinations. Please check following web page for more details: https://bilkentcomposition.wordpress.com/faq/
• Recordings of submitted scores if available. Midi recordings are discouraged. Recordings can be submitted as links to SoundCloud or other online resources.
• A writing sample demonstrating scholarly ability, 10-15 pages
All materials should be uploaded as Supporting Files and Documents in the online application.
Entrance Examination / Interview:
All applicants
All applicants will take an in-person comprehensive entrance examination in music history and theory. For more information please visit: http://mssf.bilkent.edu.tr/files/basvuru_formu/entrance_exam_example.pdf
Performance and Interpretation (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Percussion, Harp, Piano, Classical Guitar, Violin, Viola, Violoncello, Double-bass):
• Applicants for the Music Performance and Interpretation program will perform an examination concert of a program including works of their choice. The program must include all titles stated in the submitted program.
Conducting:
• Applicants for the conducting program will take an examination covering score reading, instrument performance, knowledge of orchestration, repertoire and a viva voce. They will be asked to conduct (in two stages) the works they have chosen from the conducting admission repertoire with pianos or ensemble.
Composition:
• Applicants for the composition program will take an examination/interview covering score recognition, listening analysis and discussion of the submitted pieces.
Other: Curriculum Vitae
Application Deadline: 31 May 2019
Date of Interview: 13-14 June 2019
Contact Person:
Tolga Yayalar
E-mail: tolga.yayalar@bilkent.edu.tr
Phone: +90 312 290 2273
Fax +90 312 266 4539