Bienen School of Music - Northwestern University

Composition Portfolio Information

Bachelor of Arts

NOTE: This is not a performance degree

Choice of one specialization:

• Music Theory
• Music Cognition
• Music Composition
• Musicology

The applicant must be able to read music and submit the following online by December 1:

• An example of musicianship such as: classical or jazz audition, performance on a non-Western musical instrument, music compositions, electronic arts, performance art, etc.
• Five-page essay on a musical topic relevant to the applicant’s interests.
• One-page “Statement of Purpose” on the intended area of specialization

Updated on 09/04/2018