OVERVIEW OF SERVICES

Inside Music Schools Tiers of Service

Silver Tier

  • Review fundamental aspects of student’s academic, musical background, and educational goals
  • Mock audition on a primary instrument or assessment of a musical interest (songwriting, music production, etc.) conducted by an experienced faculty member at a top conservatory or university with relevant expertise
  • Verbal review of music theory knowledge (as required)
  • Written report of above on musical and educational status and college potential with recommendations for next steps. 

Gold Tier

  • Review fundamental aspects of student’s academic, musical background, and educational goals
  • Written report of above on musical and educational status and college potential with recommendations for next steps.
  • Mock audition on a primary instrument or assessment of a musical interest (songwriting, music production, etc.) conducted by an experienced faculty member at a top conservatory or university with relevant expertise 
  • Verbal review of music theory knowledge (as required) 
  • Admissions interview preparation with a simulated practice session 
  • Mock audition on a secondary instrument or assessment of musical interest (composition, songwriting, music production, etc.) 
  • Recommendations on summer study options (if applicable) 
  • Access to IMS exclusive network of top private teachers 
  • Personalized list of recommended schools that best fit the student’s music, educational, and career aspirations

                  Platinum Tier

                  • Conduct intake interview specifically focusing on fundamental aspects of student’s academic, musical background, and educational and career goals
                  • Review IMS intake report on musical and educational status and potential (including all activities and with recommendations for next steps)
                  • Overall plan of action for all activities
                  • Ongoing, one-on-one consultation with IMS experts
                  • Mock audition on a Primary instrument or assessment of a musical interest (songwriting, music production, etc.) conducted by an experienced faculty member at a top conservatory or university with relevant expertise.
                  • Verbal review of music theory knowledge
                  • Admissions interview preparation with a simulated practice session
                  • Mock audition on a Secondary instrument or assessment of musical interest (composition, songwriting, music production, etc.)
                  • Repeat of mock auditions/assessments and simulated interviews to track student progress, as agreed upon by the family and IMS as being helpful
                  • Guidance for building a resume
                  • Advanced preparation for Prescreening performance videos or composition portfolio or production portfolios
                  • Recommendations on summer study options, if applicable
                  • Guidance on talent/merit-based scholarships
                  • Review of college applications and essays (including Common App)
                  • Access to IMS exclusive network of top private teachers
                  • Personalized list of recommended schools that best fit the student’s music, educational, and career aspirations
                  • Ongoing advisement until May 1 of the year preceding entrance to college

                  Platinum Plus Tier

                  Includes all items in the Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers plus: 

                  • Regular private Zoom sessions with an educational-service specialist to help make sure the student is making progress on applications, auditions, and other important time-sensitive activities.
                  • Upon request, a trial lesson with an experienced faculty member at a top conservatory or university with relevant expertise (IMS cannot guarantee the availability of any particular faculty)

                  The music school admissions process is complex and full of pitfalls. Choosing the wrong school can be a disappointment for the student and an expensive misstep for the family. At Inside Music Schools, we help get college-bound students moving decisively toward their future.