Should I submit a music supplement?

Applying to College
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<p>I will probably apply as a music major along with something else, though I know that doesn't really make a difference. I know that I DEFINITELY want to pursue music of some sort in college.</p>

<p>Anyway, this is what I have done so far: I am a guitarist in various ensembles- I am in my school Jazz ensemble, I am lead in a selective statewide Jazz ensemble (paid position), and I perform in various little fun ensembles at a local music school (Latin Jazz, Blues, etc.). I also perform in my school's Pit Crew and by application time I will have done 4 performances- all of which have gotten REALLY good reception from critics.</p>

<p>I have taken theory classes at an Ivy League university and I plan to take more music related courses there in the coming year (senior year). I have also taken AP Theory.</p>

<p>I perform with my band all the time, though it is rock. It is probably my biggest EC and we've actually gotten quite well known in the area. We've played at MANY charity shows and I have even helped plan a few.</p>

<p>And last, I am currently studying flamenco and this summer I will probably make a CD with a small ensemble of modern flamenco music. Since it is composed by me, I will probably be soloing a lot.</p>

<p>That's it really. I don't compete with music so I don't have any major awards. I want to continue music in college, but since I'm not "nationally recognized" should I still bother sending in a supplement or will it be disregarded? I'd say my flamenco skills are quite good for a person of my age. The music itself won't be bad, but since I am not a big-name musician, maybe it won't be GREAT. Thoughts? I will probably apply to a lot of Ivy League schools. Yale is my top choice.</p>

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<p>What schools are you applying to? I know some music departments specifically require a supplement for their music majors, but if you’re just applying for general admission to the school as a whole, it might not make a difference.</p>

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<p>I would send the supplement. I sent in one to Yale and all the other schools to which I applied, and I think the recordings helped my application (piano, trumpet, and voice were definitely my primary EC’s, both as a soloist and as a member of an ensemble). While the requirements for supplementary information are being revised on the official Yale website, you couldn’t go wrong for a 9-10 minute recording consisting of 2-3 pieces of different styles. </p>

<p>I’m probably not going to major in music. Especially as you are going to do so, I would highly recommend sending some sort of recording.</p>

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<p>I see. Well in that case I’ll see what I can do. It won’t hurt that I don’t have national recognition?</p>

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<p>Haha believe me I am by no means nationally recognized for my musical abilities. I’ve given a few solo piano recitals, gotten paid for accompaniments/performances, but I’ve never been reviewed in a newspaper or gotten any prestigious national awards. You seem to be serious about your music; I would say go for it.</p>