Understanding that the college hunt for musicians is uniquely challenging, Music for Youth will present a Zoom presentation featuring a panel of representatives from music programs around the country.   The topics will range from audition tips, the admissions process, to financial aid and preparation for the job market.

Our Moderator is Kathleen Tesar, co-author of the book, “College Prep for Musicians”

Panel Participants

Amy A. Anderson – Dean of Enrollment, New England Conservatory

Lee Cioppa – Dean, Colburn Conservatory of Music

Karen Kerr, Director, Admission, Frost School of Music, University of Miami

Geoffrey Scott, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management

Shepherd School of Music, Rice University

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About our moderator, Kathleen Tesar, co-author of the book, “College Prep for Musicians”

Kathleen Tesar has a wide range of experience as both a performer and an administrator in higher education. Currently the Associate Dean for Enrollment Management at The Juilliard School, she oversees the offices of Admissions and Financial Aid. Her responsibilities include recruiting and enrolling the incoming class each year, overseeing the prescreening and audition processes, chairing the Admissions Committee, and serving on the Scholarship Committee.

College Prep for Musicians decodes the complex process of choosing schools, clarifies the vocabulary around the admission process, and shows students exactly how to prepare their best audition. Young musicians will be able to follow detailed plans to get organized and to communicate with music schools and conservatories. This book provides tools, teaches habits, and demonstrates skills that students can use for the rest of their careers. College Prep for Musicians will help young musicians achieve their dreams.