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Our composition program is universally recognized as one of the finest globally. You'll be taught by dedicated faculty members focused on delivering an exceptional learning experience. Collaborate with classmates who actively support your creative growth. Your compositions will be interpreted by outstanding student musicians from around the world. Our faculty members, both as individual mentors and as a collective team, are deeply invested in fostering an ideal creative atmosphere, offering inspiration, comprehensive training, and valuable opportunities for aspiring composers like yourself. Throughout each academic year, beyond numerous structured collaborations and special initiatives, we host eight standard student composition recitals plus two dedicated to electronic music from our Center for Electronic and Computer Music. Thanks to the Jacobs School's exceptional performance resources, you can anticipate your works being performed across various formats - from solo pieces to chamber works and large ensemble productions. As you approach graduation, you'll showcase a personal recital featuring compositions created during your time here. Upon completing your degree, you'll possess a robust collection of scores and recordings, enriched by countless interactions within the Jacobs community and visiting professionals, fully equipping you for your future career path.