This page outlines the eligibility, requirements, and scheduling protocol for a recital, rehearsal, or other event to be held in the Natalie L. Haslam Music Center or Cox Auditorium.
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| Academic Requirements | Time Requirements | Scheduling Window Opens * | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Recitals | In order to execute a recital, Graduate Students must have their Admission to Candidacy form approved by the Graduate School. | Graduate recitals should not exceed 60 minutes total length, including on and off-stage time. | March 1 |
| Senior Recital (MUSC 401) | In order to be eligible to schedule a Senior Recital (MUSC 401), you must be registered in at least the 400 level of your applied instrument and have successfully completed the following courses with a grade of C or higher by the time of the recital: – MUTH 110, 120, 210, 220: Theory I-IV – MUTH 130, 140, 230, 240: Ear Training I-IV – MUCO 110, 210, 220: Introduction to Music in Western Culture, History of Music I, II You must also pass a pre-recital hearing. | Senior recitals should not exceed 60 minutes total length, including on and off-stage time. | March 15 |
| Junior Recital (MUSC 301) | In order to schedule a Junior Recital (MUSC 301), you must be registered in at least the 300 level of your applied instrument and have successfully completed the following courses with a grade of C or higher by the time of the recital: -MUTH 110, 120: Theory I, II -MUTH 130, 140: Ear Training I, II -MUCO 110: Introduction to Music in Western Culture You must also pass a pre-recital hearing. Junior Recitals must be scheduled with another performer also completing a Junior Recital. | Junior Recitals should not exceed 30 minutes total length per performer, including on and off-stage time. | April 1 |
How to schedule a Natalie L. Haslam College of Music Recital
- Check the table above to ensure you have met the necessary academic requirements for your recital.
- Visit the College of Music Touchnet shop, scroll down to the Products section and select Recital Fees. Complete your recital fee payment and check your email for your receipt.
- Submit an Event Request Form. Requests are reviewed in the order they’re received and granted based on availability of your chosen space. The form includes further directions about room selection and availability.
- Recitals require faculty approval; your applied instructor(s) will automatically be prompted for their approval once you’ve submitted your Event Request Form. After they approve, our staff will review your request. You’ll receive an email notification once the event is fully approved and officially scheduled.
- Schedule your recital hearing with your applied faculty. The hearing should be held no less than 2 weeks prior to the recital.
- Submit your recital program information here. Program content is due no later than 2 weeks prior to the recital and after passing your hearing.
- If you have special staging, set-up, lighting, and/or technology needs that you didn’t include in your Event Request form, please contact Chris Jerger, auditoria coordinator, no later than 2 weeks prior to the recital.
Changing a Recital
Submit an Event Request Form and select “Edit Event” when prompted for your submission type and choose your recital from the Event Selection list.
If your event requires faculty approval, they will be automatically prompted once you’ve submitted your Event Request Form. After they approve, our staff will review your change request. You’ll receive an email notification once your requested change is complete.
Canceling a Recital
Once your recital is approved and scheduled, canceling it is permitted only for serious reasons and with the support and final approval of your applied instructor(s).
To cancel a recital, start a new Event Request Form and select “Cancel Event” when prompted for your submission type and choose your recital from the Event Selection list. Your supervising faculty will be automatically notified for their approval. Your paid recital fee is non-refundable unless you fail your recital hearing or the College of Music approves the cancellation/postponement for emergency reasons.
Scheduling rehearsals, meetings, and other non-recital events
- Submit an Event Request Form to schedule a NLHCOM-related activity in the Haslam Music Center.
- If your event requires faculty approval, they will be automatically prompted once you’ve submitted your Event Request Form. After they approve, our staff will review your request. You’ll receive an email notification once the event is fully approved and officially scheduled.
- If keys are needed for the event, students, faculty, and/or staff should stop by the front desk in the music office to check out a key. The keys are on a first come first serve basis, and they are to be signed out with name, net ID, and the key needed. Keys must be checked out before 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. Keys will not be available on the weekend; please reserve your keys in advance for weekend and evening events. Keys must be returned to the front desk or the black key box located outside of the music office by 9:00 AM the next business day. If multiple keys are needed for an event, please coordinate that with the front desk prior to the event.