Does MIT give music Scholarships?
Each academic year, the Emerson/Harris Program awards Scholarships and Fellowships to nearly fifty students who commit to a full year’s study and participate in the musical life of MIT.
Does MIT have an orchestra?
MIT Symphony Orchestra | Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The MIT Symphony Orchestra holds auditions in both fall and spring. All local students, MIT community members, and non-MIT community members are welcome to audition. For Fall 2021, auditions will be done almost entirely by video submissions.
Does MIT have a choir?
The MIT Concert Choir, directed by Dr. William Cutter, is a large choral group open by audition to both graduate and undergraduate students, and to members of the MIT community. When appropriate, student soloists are also featured.
Should I submit a music supplement to MIT?
Music & theater arts Performing artists (musicians, composers, dancers, designers, directors, writers, and actors) with exceptional talent are welcome to submit a supplement via SlideRoom. We recommend submitting work that represents a range of styles or skills if available.
How smart do you have to be to go to MIT?
With a GPA of 4.17, MIT requires you to be at the top of your class. You’ll need nearly straight A’s in all your classes to compete with other applicants. Furthermore, you should be taking hard classes – AP or IB courses – to show that college-level academics is a breeze.
Does MIT have a symphony orchestra?
The MIT Symphony Orchestra holds auditions in both fall and spring. MIT and Wellesley students may take MITSO for 6 units of credit, but one need not take MITSO for credit to fully participate. All local students, MIT community members, and non-MIT community members are welcome to audition.
How do I audition for MITWE?
Auditions for new and returning members are by appointment only during the first week pf the semester. MIT and Wellesley College students may take MITWE for 6 units of credit. MIT community members and non-MIT community members also are welcome to audition.
What instruments do I need to play for the audition?
Percussionists, NOTE: For this portion of the audition you are encouraged (but not required) to play at least two of the three major percussion instruments (timpani, mallet instrument, snare drum). Timpani auditions will include basic tuning, snare drum auditions will include basic rudiments, and mallet auditions will include scales.