New York City,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Professional Studies Diploma in Collaborative Piano in New York United States | The New School
The New School
|
New York United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
38,708
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Enhance your skills as a performer, partner, and mentor within an educational setting as unique as the distinguished faculty guiding you. Through intensive practice, one-on-one instruction, engaging coursework and group performances, and numerous chances to showcase your talent, you'll evolve into a pianist skilled in both instrumental and vocal accompaniment. Launch your professional journey in New York City, accessing exceptional opportunities to learn from and perform alongside established artists. At Mannes, you'll carve your own path while connecting with a vibrant, inclusive community that nurtures your growth as a complete musician and contemporary artist.
Mannes offers the adaptability and independence required to shape your evolution as a collaborative performer. Gain intensive conservatory instruction from a faculty of celebrated, innovative musicians while delving into contemporary compositions, spontaneous creation, practical experiences, and interdisciplinary initiatives.
Admitted Collaborative Piano students demonstrate exceptional piano proficiency upon entering the program. The program fosters an environment prioritizing closeness, mutual confidence, community spirit, and creative experimentation.
Throughout this program, students refine their pianistic abilities while deeply studying multiple languages, the nuances of musical expression, and the interpretation of art songs and poetry. They cultivate teamwork abilities by learning to partner effectively with vocalists and instrumentalists across various musical contexts.
Collaborative Piano students become vital contributors to the Voice department and Mannes Opera productions, participating in masterclasses with acclaimed accompanists, conductors, and singers.
Perform at iconic venues such as Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall. Partner in innovative performances with our diverse ensembles, including the Mannes American Composers Ensemble and the College of Performing Arts Theater Orchestra. Develop your collaborative expertise while working with exceptional artists, acquiring the tools to establish your own recording label, handle your promotion, and produce original, influential work.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Graduate degree applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or the equivalent degree from a foreign college or university. Applicants in the process of completing the bachelor's degree may apply for admission. Admission to the program requires completion of the bachelor's degree.
Complete Essay
In prose form, and in 200 to 500 words, please answer one of the following questions:
Choice 1
Describe the biggest risk you've ever taken.
Choice 2
Why did you decide to pursue music as a career?
Choice 3
The New School brings together a dynamic group of students interested in the performing arts, visual art, design, entrepreneurship, social change, and critical thought. We would like to know more about your interest in joining our community and why you would be a good fit for The New School. We are particularly interested in knowing what will make you a valuable member of your specific school, college, program, area of study, or campus.
Choice 4
Please describe in detail your interest in music improvisation, new music technologies, music entrepreneurship, and/or public engagement. Please also describe how you feel music education can help you pursue your career goals in these areas.
Submit Your Portfolio or Prescreen
Applicants to the Composition, Conducting, Piano, and Voice programs must submit a portfolio or prescreen materials, as detailed on our audition requirements page. After review, those whose portfolios or prescreen materials pass will be invited to submit any additional final recordings and/or schedule an admission video interview.
Submit Two Letters of Recommendation
Two letters of recommendation from professional and/or academic references are required. Recommendations must be submitted by recommenders directly via the online application portal. Instructions are included in the online application.
Submit College Transcripts
Applicants must upload an unofficial transcript, mark sheet, or academic record for each institution (even if you didnt receive a degree) in the Academic History section of the online application.
All uploaded transcripts must be accompanied by a key, a legend, or the back copy of the transcript. Non-English transcripts must be accompanied by an English translation. Records from non-U.S. institutions must have grades or marks and contain a copy of diploma if the degree has been conferred. Make sure your name appears on the transcript/record. Scanned documents must be clear and legible.
Minimum required scores are:
TOEFL iBT 79
IELTS 6.5
PTE 53
Complete Essay
In prose form, and in 200 to 500 words, please answer one of the following questions:
Choice 1
Describe the biggest risk you've ever taken.
Choice 2
Why did you decide to pursue music as a career?
Choice 3
The New School brings together a dynamic group of students interested in the performing arts, visual art, design, entrepreneurship, social change, and critical thought. We would like to know more about your interest in joining our community and why you would be a good fit for The New School. We are particularly interested in knowing what will make you a valuable member of your specific school, college, program, area of study, or campus.
Choice 4
Please describe in detail your interest in music improvisation, new music technologies, music entrepreneurship, and/or public engagement. Please also describe how you feel music education can help you pursue your career goals in these areas.
Submit Your Portfolio or Prescreen
Applicants to the Composition, Conducting, Piano, and Voice programs must submit a portfolio or prescreen materials, as detailed on our audition requirements page. After review, those whose portfolios or prescreen materials pass will be invited to submit any additional final recordings and/or schedule an admission video interview.
Submit Two Letters of Recommendation
Two letters of recommendation from professional and/or academic references are required. Recommendations must be submitted by recommenders directly via the online application portal. Instructions are included in the online application.
Submit College Transcripts
Applicants must upload an unofficial transcript, mark sheet, or academic record for each institution (even if you didnt receive a degree) in the Academic History section of the online application.
All uploaded transcripts must be accompanied by a key, a legend, or the back copy of the transcript. Non-English transcripts must be accompanied by an English translation. Records from non-U.S. institutions must have grades or marks and contain a copy of diploma if the degree has been conferred. Make sure your name appears on the transcript/record. Scanned documents must be clear and legible.
Minimum required scores are:
TOEFL iBT 79
IELTS 6.5
PTE 53
Tuition
USD
38,708