I'm super passionate about music and thinking about pursuing it in college. I've heard LA has some amazing music schools, but I'm not sure which ones are the best. Can anyone recommend music schools in LA that have strong programs?
Los Angeles is indeed a great city for pursuing a music degree, given its vibrant music scene and many renowned music schools.
First off, The University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music is considered one of the top music schools in the country. It offers a variety of programs, including Classical Music, Jazz, Music Association, and Music Industry, to name a few.
Second, the Herb Alpert School of Music at UCLA offers a number of undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of disciplines such as Ethnomusicology, Global Jazz Studies, and Musicology. The school also provides performance opportunities and collaborations with other departments within UCLA.
Another school worth mentioning is the Colburn School, which offers programs in music performance and music education at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Colburn's Conservatory of Music, especially, is renowned for orchestral and chamber music training.
Lastly, California State University, Northridge has a well-regarded Mike Curb College of Arts, Media, and Communication with an extensive music department. They offer specialization tracks in breadth areas such as Band, Orchestra, Choral, Jazz, World Music, and Media Composition, among others.
It's also worth considering that the Los Angeles area is full of opportunities for internships within the music industry and lots of chances to see and participate in live music, which can be a real boost to your education and networking.
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