The Ninth Semester: Preparing Undergraduates to Function as Professional Musicians in the 21st Century
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
1-1-2015
Abstract
There has been much discussion and research in recent years about the types of careers our recent music graduates have been leading. Scholarly work suggests that the current undergraduate curriculum may not prepare musicians to function successfully in the 21st century. Some conservatories and universities operate entrepreneurship programs to assist students with the development of business and career skills. However, students may not recognize the need to explore their musical identities and future roles as musicians while pursuing coursework. This article explores real-world skills that students should develop during undergraduate studies and ways in which faculty might engage students in preparing for various professional roles in the 21st century.
Publication Source (Journal or Book title)
College Music Symposium
Recommended Citation
Pike, P. (2015). The Ninth Semester: Preparing Undergraduates to Function as Professional Musicians in the 21st Century. College Music Symposium, 55 https://doi.org/10.18177/sym.2015.55.sr.10852