Spring 2026 Schedule
Date: Tuesday, April 28 and Wednesday, April 29
Location: Harkness Chapel / Denison Hall
View the schedule at the button below to find your assigned jury time.
ℹ️ Please note: Jury exams are conducted as closed sessions to support a focused and equitable evaluation environment. Attendance is limited to the performing student, assigned faculty evaluators, and designated student assistants (for recording).
Jury Requirements
All undergraduate music majors must complete three juries as part of their degree requirements:
Progress Jury (MUAP 10)
Taken at the end of the first year of applied study on the primary instrument. Must be taken while enrolled in MUAP 122. Students may not continue to MUAP 221 until this requirement is fulfilled.
Level Jury (MUAP 20)
Taken at the end of the second year of applied study on the primary instrument. Must be taken while enrolled in MUAP 222. Students may not continue to MUAP 321 until this requirement is fulfilled.
Exit Jury (MUAP 30 for BA or MUAP 35 for BS)
Required at the completion of applied study.
- BA students: Sixth semester of applied study (enrolled in MUAP 322)
- BS students: Seventh semester of applied study (enrolled in MUAP 323)
Policies & Procedures
Refer to the current Music Student Handbook for detailed information regarding:
- Rules for Substitution
- Jury Performance Guidelines
- Jury Protocol
- Jury Outcomes and Grading
- Jury Policies
Scoring & Feedback
Your final grade (Pass / No Pass) is based on your total average score.
Passing Score Guidelines
- Perfect Score: 49
- Progress Jury (MUAP 10): 21 or higher
- Level Jury (MUAP 20): 29 or higher
- Exit Jury (MUAP 30/35): 37 or higher
Faculty and applied instructors will submit scores and comments through a Qualtrics Survey. Students will receive copies via email along with their final grade.
Preparing for Your Jury Exam
Schedule
Check the Jury Exam Schedule to find your assigned time.
Jury Substitutions
Submit a Jury Petition Form by week 8 of the current semester to request a substitution (Concerto Competition performance or a student recital).
Accompanist Requests & Final Repertoire
Submit your Accompanist Request Form, including final jury repertoire and piano parts, at least 4 weeks prior to your assigned jury date.
Ronis Recital Applicants (Spring only)
Submit the Joan Terr Ronis Memorial Recital Application by April 1.
Jury Day Reminders
Closed Exam Format
Only the performing student, assigned faculty evaluators, and designated student assistants (for recording) will be present.
Arrival
Arrive early, check in with a student assistant or department staff member, warm up, and be ready to perform.
Attire
Wear appropriate performance attire.
Time Limit
Jury slots are limited 15 minutes.
Recording
Your performance may be recorded for evaluation and departmental assessment. Personal recording devices are not permitted.
Warm-Up Spaces
The Denison Classroom, Harkness Classroom, and all practice rooms are reserved for warm-up.
Popular Voice Juries
A microphone and speaker will be available. Student should be familiar with operating the sound equipment in Harkness Chapel. Contact Hudson Brett to schedule a tutorial if needed.
Ronis Recital Applicants (Spring only)
Video recording will be reviewed by a selection committee. Students may request a copy of their recording.