<p>I want to send in music supplements for my application to Harvard, but I can't seem to find a good set of requirements. The Harvard website says that information is on the SlideRoom website; I checked there and there is nothing at the moment. The only bits of information I can find are "Only submit recordings of solo pieces (vocal pieces with accompaniment are permissible)." and "Do not send video or DVD recordings of musical performances or recitals." Hopefully this just means they have very loose requirements, but the part about solo pieces is still confusing me: does "solo" simply mean not in an ensemble, or does it mean without piano accompaniment?</p>
<p>If anyone has had experience, or knows someone with experience, submitting a music supplement to Harvard, I would appreciate some help. Thanks!</p>
<p>I also want to submit recordings to my colleges. Since it specifically mentions that voice can have accompaniment, it sounds like they want every other instrument to perform solo pieces. That is, without piano accompaniment. Other than that, the most common requirements I’ve seen from multiple schools are 10 minutes of music with pieces of contrasting styles (like the usual technical/lyrical combo) Sometimes 15 minutes. </p>
<p>Okay, thank you for the clarification!
@gibby Yale’s site doesn’t say anything about accompaniment; is it safe to assume that they also don’t want it?</p>
<p>You can always call admissions and ask. Some years ago, one of my kids called and offered to cue the three minutes that represented her best work. Admissions liked that idea a lot, less to listen to. I have no idea if the music department ever actually got it. She graduated awhile back.</p>
<p>The supplement you send in can also include additional letters or recommendation related to music, music resume and repertoire, important programs etc.</p>