Ensemble Experience for Music Portfolio?

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Hello! I am currently filling out my music portfolio for Brown. However, I am not sure what to put down for the “theory/ensemble experience.” The only real “music theory” that I have is that my piano teacher will give me information about theory at lessons; I’ve never taken a formal course. Furthermore, because piano is usually a solo instrument, I’m not really sure what to put down for “ensemble experience.”

I am not planning to be a music major (I’m looking more into electrical engineering) but thought that a music portfolio would be a nice addition to my application.

Does anyone have any advice for how to fill out this section?
Thanks so much!

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If you’ve never played in an ensemble, just put “none” or “N/A.” They understand that piano isn’t generally a group instrument.

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@bruno14 thanks for your help! I was wondering if maybe I should use this section to put down my performance experience or not? If you’re not sure, then that’s fine, but I just want to get as many opinions as possible.
Thanks again!

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If you’ve played somewhere impressive or won competitions, then certainly.

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Thank you so much! I have won a couple of competitions so I put that down.