Woodwinds

The Curtis woodwind department integrates new students into the full musical life of the school from the moment they arrive.

Working with distinguished artist-faculty members, wind players study solo repertoire and concertos, orchestral repertoire, and chamber music.

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.

Applicants who are admitted enter either the Bachelor of Music or Master of Music programs, or the diploma programs. Those who already hold bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees or other certificates or diplomas are welcome to apply.

Woodwind Faculty

  • Woodwind Curriculum

    Degree programs available for those studying flute include the following.

    • Diploma
    • Bachelor of Music

    Degree programs available for those studying oboe, clarinet, or bassoon include the following.

    • Diploma
    • Bachelor of Music
    • Post-Baccalaureate Diploma
    • Master of Music

    Students who already hold bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees or other certificates or diplomas are welcome to apply.

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  • Woodwind 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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Student Performances