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Michigan Youth Ensembles
Going into its 64th season, the Michigan Youth Ensembles (MYE) program brings together over 250 young musicians during the school for weekly, Sunday rehearsals. The educational goals of this initiative are to minimize the barriers between high school and college and to work together in preparing students for higher education. In addition to learning and performing in a stimulating environment, participants are conducted and coached by University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance faculty and students. Every semester culminates with performances by all ensembles.
Faculty
Chamber Singers, Eugene Rogers, Director
Symphonic Band, Mark Norman, Conductor
Jazz Improvisation, Vincent Chandler, Director
Symphony Orchestra, Anthony Elliott, Conductor
Women's Chorale, Julie Skadsem, Director
Musicianship Course, Stephen Lett, Instructor
Students may elect to take a class in music theory, analysis, and aural skills. Course enrollment is open to all Interested students as well as Michigan Youth Ensembles participants. This will be an intensive course directed toward the serious student interested in majoring in music at the college level. The Musicianship Course is based on the theory curriculum provided by The Carnegie Hall Royal Conservatory Achievement Program (TAP), an internationally recognized program of study
Application
All applicants must apply online. The online application is available using the Application link. The $45 non-refundable Application Fee can be paid by Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover) as well as by check or money order payable to UM-MYE
Eligibility
- Open to students in grades 9 -12 during the 2013-2014 school year.
- Therefore, students in the 8th grade, during 2012-2013 school year are eligible to apply.
- String players in grades 7 and 8 may also apply.
- Instrumentalists may audition on more than one instrument and/or for more than one ensemble where rehearsals do not conflict. Only one application/audition is required.
- Female singers who apply and are offered acceptance to both Chamber Singers and Women's Chorale will be able to dual enroll due to rehearsals on alternate weeks. Only one application/one audition is required.
- Returning 2012-2013 Jazz Improvisation Ensemble members must submit 2013-14 application. Audition is waived.
- All other students, regardless of previous participation, must audition (see Audition Dates/Requirements).
College Information Session
Available to MYE students and their families, these sessions which are open to the public answer many of the questions pre-college students have including:
- What should I be doing in high school to prepare for college?
- Are my classes and grades important if I am planning to be a music major?
- What musical opportunities exist in college if I am not a music major?
When
- Sunday, October 6 – 2:30 to 3:30 PM
- Sunday, October 6 – 4:00 to 5:00 PM
Facilitator
Trisha Fountain, Assistant Director for Admissions, UM School of Music, Theatre & Dance. For any questions related to admissions, please call SMTD Admissions Office at (734) 764-0593 or email smtd.admissions@umich.edu
Location
School of Music, Theatre & Dance
E. V. Moore Building
Blance Anderson Moore Auditorium
1100 Baits Drive
UM-North Campus
Scholarships
Need-Based Awards
A limited number of need-based awards are available. To apply for financial assistance, submit a copy of your family’s signed 2012 (or most recent) tax return with your application materials. Feel free to provide any additional documentation that describes your extenuating circumstances such as proof of unemployment, an AFDC medical card, or a statement of need from a high school counselor.
SMTD Merit Awards
UM-SMTD: If applying to the UM-SMTD, MYE Senior participants are given the opportunity to audition for merit award scholarships.
MPulse: MYE members have an opportunity to audition for merit award scholarships to MPulse Summer Performing Arts Institutes.
Contact
Michigan Youth Ensembles
University of Michigan
School of Music, Theatre & Dance
1281 E. V. Moore Bldg
1100 Baits Drive
Ann Arbor MI 48109-2085
Local: 734-763-1279
Toll Free: 866-936-2660
Email: michyouthensembles@umich.edu
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