Problems in Music Conservatory Education: 3. Summary

Music conservatories should examine their traditional curriculum context in which music is produced, experienced, and evaluated. They should be aware of the fact that the significant portions of college students are now ethnic minorities and many universities have incorporated their diverse musical traditions into course offerings. The music of immigrant cultures became an important part of American music.
Conservatories should change problematic curriculums as soon as possible. It is very important to change the curriculum for the sake of formality and to add more non- music classes and practical programs, such as special programs or workshops for career development. Students should be more proactive to this situation and plan more for their music career. They need to research alternative solutions because the job markets are extremely competitive. For example, the student could research teaching positions or administrative positions in various kinds of community music schools, professional music organizations, and other music media companies including recording companies, music publishing companies, broadcasting companies.