Frequently Asked Questions
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Screen Scoring generally refers to any music written for visual media. It refers to music written for movies, television, streaming shows, video games, virtual reality, augmented reality, phone applications, advertisement, documentaries, immersive experiences, and many more! It can also refer to music written for non-visual media such as podcasts and audiobooks.
In the past, we used to call this film scoring, but the industry has since expanded to include many other kinds of media.
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Students cannot double major in two different music programs at Steinhardt. However, the undergraduate curriculum is flexible enough to allow for private instrumental lessons and performance opportunities. In addition, students can take any performance-related courses.
Similarly, instrumental performance majors can take Screen Scoring classes, and private composition lessons.
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No, as an undergraduate student, there are no music production requirements. During your studies here, you will master the necessary technical skills to assist you in your professional development.
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No. Please refer to the audition guidelines - you will perform on the instrument of your choice.
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No. Our curriculum will provide you with the skills you need to write for media, regardless of your background.
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Yes. Please refer to the audition guidelines.