Portfolio Submission

Each applicant to the Computer Music program will submit a Portfolio along with other Application materials by the submission deadline. This portfolio should include 3-4 musical items that best represent the applicant. These items could be any of the following:

• Compositions made by the applicant
• Demonstrations of electronic instruments the applicant has created or used in their compositions
• Arrangements of other work made by the applicant
• Collaborations made with other artists
• Video documentation of the applicant performing on their instrument

Pre-Screening

Each applicant’s portfolio will be pre-screened by faculty in advance of auditions for the corresponding decision round. These evaluations assess the potential of the applicant to succeed at Peabody. Applicants who pass this review will receive an invitation to proceed to the formal admissions interview conducted by department faculty.

Learn more about Pre-Screening

Audition/Interview

Students who have passed the pre-screening process will be asked to audition/interview at Peabody in front of a faculty panel.

Bachelor of Music

• Students should be prepared to discuss:
  • The music in their portfolio
  • Their musical interests in general
  • Why they are interested in studying at Peabody.
• Applicants will also take some placement tests in music theory, sight singing, and computer music, including the Foundations Benchmark Exam.
  • These tests do not influence acceptance but would help to place the student in the proper classes, if they attend.

Master of Music

• Students should be prepared to discuss:
  • The music in their portfolio
  • Their musical interests in general
  • Why they are interested in studying at Peabody
• Students should submit work that best represents their artistic and research interests. Three tracks are available in Computer Music, thus each student should submit a portfolio most applicable to the track they would like to pursue:
  • Students interested in the Composition Track should upload a portfolio of 3-4 mature works with scores and/or recordings for various media (interactive electronics, improvised electronics, installations, notated works, fixed media, etc). If applicable, any research papers on technology-based subjects that represent their knowledge should also be included.
  • Students interested in the Research/Technology Track should upload a one or more research paper(s) demonstrating knowledge and experience in music-related research, as well as any creative work demonstrating skills as a composer or creative artist.
  • Students interested in the Performance Track should prepare to perform a portfolio of 3-4 works, including some involving technology. Your performance skills will be auditioned by the Computer Music faculty.