Curtis Institute of Music
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The Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia is one of the world's most prestigious and selective classical music conservatories, best known for offering a full-tuition scholarship to every enrolled student to ensure admission is based solely on artistic merit. Its highly specialized programs focus strictly on music performance, offering world-renowned, individualized training in orchestral instruments, piano, opera, conducting, and composition. The student experience is defined by an intimate, collaborative culture of just 150 peers who benefit from a "learn-by-doing" philosophy, participating in over 100 professional-caliber public performances annually and working directly with a faculty of active, world-class musicians.
Wikipedia:The Curtis Institute of Music is a private conservatory in Philadelphia. It offers a performance diploma, a Bachelor of Music, Master of Music in opera, and a Professional Studies Certificate in opera. All students attend on a full scholarship. The Institute also offers needs based financial aid to help cover living expenses.
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