Please review all of these requirements carefully. Your application will not be considered if it is incomplete at the time of the deadline.
Application Deadline
For priority consideration, all application materials, including the recorded audition, completed application form, and teacher recommendation (optional), must be received by February 15. However, applications may be accepted after the deadline for programs and/or instruments in which openings remain. Click here for current information regarding openings.
NEW FOR 2008
The audition will be WAIVED for Summer 2007 Flute institute students who wish to return in 2008. The application, application fee, and repertoire list are still required and should be submitted by February 15.
CD/Audio Cassette Tape Instructions
Clearly label your recording and its jacket/case with your name, instrument, title and composer of your selection(s), and the MPulse Ann Arbor session(s) to which you are applying.
Submit a redorded audition (CD preferred) of one piece, with or without accompaniment, demonstrating your highest level of accomplishment (for example, a piece performed at Solo and Ensemble Festival, an etude, or an excerpt from something being played at school). The selection(s) should be three to five minutes in total length and demonstrate both technical and lyrical skills. If one piece does not demonstrate contrasting styles, include a second piece or an additional movement.
Repertoire List
Include with your application a complete repertoire list of pieces studied, including etudes/exercises, solo music (accompanied pieces and concertos), and chamber works.
Recommendation (Optional)
You may have one of your current music teachers (school teacher or private teacher) assess your work in a letter of recommendation. In addition to your musical abilities, the letter may discuss your personal characteristics such as initiative, dependability, and your commitment to increasing your musical skills. The letter should be included with your application in a sealed envelope (with the teacher's signature across the back seal).
Acceptance Notification
Decision letters will be mailed by March 30. Sorry, no decisions will be given by phone or email.
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"I really enjoyed the whole week; I just wish it had been longer! I came away with tons of information to help me improve my playing, and I look forward to coming again next summer!" Grace (Michigan, 2007)
"All aspects of my playing improved considerably at MPulse Flute Institute; My practice sessions became much more effective at MPulse Flute Institute. Professor Porter's many exercises are extremely beneficial." Leif (Michigan, 2007)
"I feel that the Flute Institiute has taught me some valuable techniques for flute playing. Just in a week, I feel as though I improved a good 100%. It's a lot of work but in the end it is really worth it. You gain valuable knowledge from it." Ayesha (Michigan, 2007)
"I have always been the one to practice almost every day. My mindset would always be "okay, I need to get at least an hour in, now what will I do to fill that time". While I was at the MPulse Flute Institute, Professor Amy Porter went over Jeanne Baxtresser's practice expectations. Now that I came home, I can easily fill 3 hours with meaningful, productice practice." Paige (Texas, 2006)
"MPulse Ann Arbor was by far the best music camp I've ever been to. I learned an unmeasurable amount in the time that I was there. I had the privilege of working under and next to amazing musicians, and I made friendships that will last me a life time." Katherine (Michigan, 2006)
"I would love to share my experience...of MPulse, because it really changed my life. I went home and felt like I finally had something to work for. Amy Porter is an amazing and influential teacher, she got me so excited to excel in the Flute. I felt like a new player when I left MPulse. I am so excited to return next year...." Liz (Pennsylvania, 2006)
