Master of Arts in Music<\/p>\n
Program Information<\/span><\/u>:<\/span> Please follow the link<\/a><\/span><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n The music department offers a Master of Arts in Music degree. Students can\u00a0concentrate in the following areas: Composition, Orchestral Conducting, Choral\u00a0Conducting, Voice, Piano, Violin, Viola and Classical Guitar. This is an academic\u00a0degree with a thesis requirement.<\/p>\n For more information, please follow the link<\/a>.<\/p>\n Application:<\/u><\/strong> Requirements:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n English Proficiency:<\/strong> TOEFL IBT (at least 87\/120 or 4.5\/6), IELTS (at least 6.5 average and 5.5 from each section) or Bilkent English Proficiency Exam – PAE (at least C) TOEFL IBT \u201cComputer-based\u201d test results will be accepted. Proof of Degree:<\/strong> Yes (if already obtained)<\/p>\n Transcripts:<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n Statement of Purpose: <\/strong>A letter in English describing academic achievements, research interests, artistic vision, and motivations<\/span> Letter of Recommendation:<\/strong> 2<\/p>\n Required Documents \/ Files:<\/strong> Orchestral Conducting: Choral Conducting Composition: All materials should be uploaded as Supporting Files and Documents in the online application.<\/p>\n Entrance Examination:<\/strong><\/p>\n All applicants For detailed information please visit this\u00a0page<\/a>.<\/p>\n Audition\/Interview:<\/strong><\/p>\n Performance and Interpretation <\/u>(Voice, Piano, Classical Guitar): Conducting:<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022 Applicants will be asked to conduct (in two stages) the works they have chosen from the conducting admission repertoire with pianos or ensemble. For more information about the required repertoire please visit this\u00a0page<\/a>.<\/p>\n Choral Conducting:<\/span> Composition:<\/span> Other:<\/strong> Curriculum Vitae<\/p>\n Application Deadline:<\/strong> 15 May 2026<\/p>\n Date of\u00a0Interview:<\/strong> 15 – 16 June 2026<\/p>\n
\nOnly on-line applications are accepted.\u00a0<\/span>Please submit an online application <\/span>here.<\/u><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
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\nValidity period for all exams: 2 years<\/p>\n
\nTOEFL IBT \u201cOnline test taken at home (Home Edition)\u201d and \u201cmy best score\u201d test results\u00a0will not be<\/u>\u00a0accepted.
\nIELTS Academic \u201cComputer-based and paper-based\u201d test results will be accepted.
\nIELTS Academic \u201cOSR (One Skill Retake)\u201d exam\u00a0will not be<\/u>\u00a0accepted.<\/p>\n
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for applying to the program (Word limit: 500 to 800 words, double-spaced)<\/span><\/p>\n
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\nMusic Performance and Interpretation (Voice, Piano, Classical Guitar Only<\/span>):
\n\u2022 The program of works they have chosen to perform at the examination.<\/span>
\u2022 A writing sample demonstrating scholarly ability, 10-15 pages<\/span><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Videos of recently recorded performances in rehearsal\/concert if applicable (encouraged but not required). The conductor’s face and hands must be clearly visible.<\/span>
\u2022 The program of works they have chosen to conduct at the examination.<\/span>
\u2022\u00a0 A writing sample demonstrating scholarly ability, 10-15 pages<\/span><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Video of recently recorded performances in rehearsal\/concert. The conductor’s face and hands must be clearly visible.<\/span>
\u2022 A writing sample demonstrating scholarly ability, 10-15 pages<\/span><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Musical scores of 3 recent original compositions reflecting a variety of genres and instrumental<\/span>
combinations. Please check following web page for more details<\/a>.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Recordings of submitted scores if available. Midi recordings are discouraged. Recordings can\u00a0<\/span>be submitted as links to Soundcloud or other online resources.<\/span>
\u2022 A writing sample demonstrating scholarly ability, 10-15 pages<\/span><\/p>\n
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\nThe admission process for the master’s program in performance consists of a sequential oral exam and audition. The oral exam covers general questions about music history, theory, form and dictation along with the recognition and interpretation of score excerpts. This stage aims to assess the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts of music. The exam focuses on evaluating the candidate’s ability to analyze and interpret musical compositions, familiarity with music notation and terminology, and overall understanding of music theory and history.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Applicants for the Music Performance and Interpretation program will perform an examination concert. The program must include all titles stated in the submitted program. Please refer to the following document<\/a> for repertoire requirements.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 The audition involves conducting the following pieces with piano accompaniment: Faure Requiem: Libera me and Brahms: O sch\u00f6ne Nacht, op. 92\/1 Additionally, candidates are required to play a prepared score on the piano (J.S. Bach \u2013 St. Matthew Passion, Befiel, du deine Wege) and sight-read a given piece on the piano during the exam.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 The interview stage involves discussing the compositions submitted by the candidates in their application. Questions will revolve around the form, harmony, instrumentation, texture and style of these compositions, as well as the candidates’ musical and academic background and their future goals in the field of music.<\/p>\n
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