Department of Strings - Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico

The Strings Department is directed by outstanding members of the Puerto Rico Symphony Orchestra, who also shine as chamber music performers.

About Orchestral Instrument Performance at PRCM

Orchestral instrument performance at PRCM is designed for students to acquire professional competence in their major instruments. Students receive a comprehensive education in their instruments including solo playing (student concerts series, department concerts series), ensemble playing (chamber music, concert band, and symphony orchestra), orchestral repertoire courses, and the opera workshop.

Learning outcomes

Demonstrate high level competence in the major performing medium.
Demonstrate comprehensive capabilities about a variety of musical styles in solo and ensemble literature through solo performance and in a variety of chamber ensemble settings.
Synthesize both the history and literature of Western music and Puerto Rican Music within the framework of its sources and cultural influences.
Share critical assessments about voice performance by their peers, based on corresponding music periods and styles.
Demonstrate competence in leadership and entrepreneurship regarding professional practices in the field of orchestral instruments performance.

Programs

Bachelor's Degree in Music Performance with a concentration in Orchestral Instruments

Graduate Diploma in Orchestral Instrument Performance

Master of Music in Performance with a specialty in Orchestral Instruments

Bachelor of Music with a concentration in Guitar

Instruments

Concentrations and Specialties

Harp

Viola

Violin

Cello

Double bass

Guitar

Admission requirements

Admission to the university programs of the Conservatory of Music is based on the audition process and/or admission exam determined by each career.

Undergraduate requirements

Requirements for graduated diploma

Requirements for master's degree

Faculty Directory

String Department