Music School Central is an admissions advising company helping musicians get accepted into top music programs. They have 9+ years of experience in college admissions advising, providing comprehensive, personalized support to each student.
Services Offered:
Music School Central offers comprehensive admission advising services, including:
Curated “Right-Fit” School Lists
Music School Central helps musicians develop a personalized list of top-choice music schools. They ensure that their “Right-Fit” list aligns with their career goals, academic background, and musical talents. These lists provide students a clear path toward college admissions, taking the guesswork out of trying to figure out which school fits them best
Portfolio Development
Creating a strong portfolio is essential for showcasing each student’s unique abilities.
Portfolio contents change depending on a student’s major. For composition & film scoring students, Music School Central examines your scores, assessing how you can improve your original music for college applications.
For songwriting & music production students, they listen to both the musical as well as production content of your portfolio, providing you feedback on how to make them stronger when applying to schools.
Finally, for performance students, they give you crystal clear guidance on how to create a pre-screening recording that leaves a positive first impression for college faculty.
Each musician receives guidance on how to select and present their best work, allowing them to create a professional, compelling portfolio that stands out amongst other applicants.
Individual Guidance
Every student receives one-on-one mentorship tailored to their specific needs and goals. Their personalized approach gives students the support they need to navigate the competitive admissions process successfully.
Application Guidance
The college admissions process is daunting, especially for competitive college music placements. With comprehensive support every step of the way, students have the chance to thrive. From understanding audition, essay, and application requirements to meeting tight deadlines in November & December of the student’s senior year, each musician receives the guidance they need to submit strong, on-time applications.
Essay and Resume Writing
Each musician receives expert advice on writing impactful admissions essays and resumes. They offer feedback and tips so students can highlight their unique talents, experiences, and goals in a compelling narrative, ensuring each student presents themselves in the best possible light.
Audition Preparation
Auditions are a key, but high-stress part of the college admissions process. Each student receives professional performance evaluations, gaining constructive feedback on what they should work on to make a positive impression for college audition committees. Their targeted strategies and expert advice help their musicians refine their performance skills and excel in their auditions.
Interview Preparation
Success in music program admission interviews requires confidence and preparation. Each student receives the coaching they need to articulate their passion for music and career aspirations. Questions they help students answer include “why are you interested in our school?” as well as “what future goals do you have in your career?” This helps them make a lasting impression during interviews with top music schools.
Why Choose Music School Central?
Students who work with Music School Central will join a successful talent pool of musicians. In the Class of 2024, 97% of their students got accepted into a top-5 choice school. Over 80% of them secured spots in their top-3 choices.
Getting accepted into elite music programs is competitive. But, their personalized approach means every musician receives the guidance they need to succeed. With expert mentorship and professional guidance, student musicians can achieve both their academic and creative goals.
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