Discussion Forum and more

Discussion Forum and more

TMAF offers a unique opportunity for students to engage with faculty members, not only in official learning settings but also through informal, personal interactions. TMAF offers faculty-led discussion forums where students participate in conversations focused on each faculty’s musical journey, career-building strategies, and shared experiences within the music industry. This forum provides invaluable insights, helping students shape their own career paths with guidance from accomplished mentors.

Beyond structured discussions, TMAF encourages organic connections between students and faculty. Opportunities to converse over meals or while traveling foster a comfortable environment for students to ask questions, share ideas, and gain personal insights in a more casual setting. These relaxed interactions allow students to get to know their mentors on a more personal level, encouraging open dialogue about the challenges and rewards of a music career. The blend of formal and informal learning environments creates a well-rounded experience, helping students to not only build their skills, but also grow their professional networks and gain inspiration for their future in music.

*Application Deadline: March 15 , 2025

Student Testimony

— Conductor_Leonard Slatkin

Working with TMAF has been one of the greatest pleasures of my musical life. Helping to foster young musicians and shape them into the professionals they are about to become helps insure the future of the profession. With outstanding leadership and a faculty that is truly world-class, it is safe to say that the music world will be the beneficiaries of this incredible continuing venture.