Guitar - Curtis Institute of Music
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Guitar - Curtis Institute of Music
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The Curtis guitar department integrates new students into the full musical life of the school from the moment they arrive.
Working with distinguished artist-faculty members David Starobin and Jason Vieaux, guitarists study solo repertoire and concertos, as well as chamber music, with a particular emphasis on contemporary works. All guitarists work with both faculty members.
Curtis aims to educate and train musicians for 21st-century careers as performers on the highest professional level, through a unique learn-by-doing approach. Students can expect to perform often on the Student Recital Series and in other school-sponsored recitals from the beginning of their Curtis careers.
"I feel that the guitar is in a golden age. The core of young people that play well is much larger today. The future of the guitar is in good hands."
— Jason Vieaux
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How to Apply
Guitar Faculty
David
Starobin
Fondation Charidu Chair in Guitar Studies
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Jason
Vieaux
Guitar
Performance
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Curriculum
The Curtis curriculum is designed to meet students where they are in their musical journeys and to offer instruction, guidance, and inspiration as they pursue their goals.
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Audition Requirements
Auditions may consist of pre-recorded submissions, interviews, and in-person rounds during February and March. Audition dates, repertoire, and prescreening requirements vary by department.
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Degree programs available for those studying guitar include the following:
Diploma
Bachelor of Music
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma
Master of Music
Student Performances
Legacy of Guitar
The youngest of Curtis’ applied music departments, the guitar program was inaugurated in 2010 and immediately established itself as a leading force in the training of the next generation of classical guitarists.
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Skip to content
The Curtis guitar department integrates new students into the full musical life of the school from the moment they arrive.
Working with distinguished artist-faculty members David Starobin and Jason Vieaux, guitarists study solo repertoire and concertos, as well as chamber music, with a particular emphasis on contemporary works. All guitarists work with both faculty members.
Curtis aims to educate and train musicians for 21st-century careers as performers on the highest professional level, through a unique learn-by-doing approach. Students can expect to perform often on the Student Recital Series and in other school-sponsored recitals from the beginning of their Curtis careers.
"I feel that the guitar is in a golden age. The core of young people that play well is much larger today. The future of the guitar is in good hands."
— Jason Vieaux
Take the Next Steps
How to Apply
Guitar Faculty
David
Starobin
Fondation Charidu Chair in Guitar Studies
Read More
Jason
Vieaux
Guitar
Performance
Read More
Curriculum
The Curtis curriculum is designed to meet students where they are in their musical journeys and to offer instruction, guidance, and inspiration as they pursue their goals.
Learn More
Audition Requirements
Auditions may consist of pre-recorded submissions, interviews, and in-person rounds during February and March. Audition dates, repertoire, and prescreening requirements vary by department.
Learn More
Degree programs available for those studying guitar include the following:
Diploma
Bachelor of Music
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma
Master of Music
Student Performances
Legacy of Guitar
The youngest of Curtis’ applied music departments, the guitar program was inaugurated in 2010 and immediately established itself as a leading force in the training of the next generation of classical guitarists.
Learn More
Play to your greatness.
Request Info
Visit
Apply
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