Performer’s Certificate Program
Overview
The Performer's Certificate Program is designed for gifted musicians with undergraduate, or graduate degrees or diplomas, who seek to pursue intensive study of their instrument and repertoire and deepen their collaborative skills, without undertaking a full or a second Master of Music degree. The program is offered in Orchestral Studies and Collaborative Piano. Poised to contribute to the changing landscape in Chinese music education and performing arts sectors, the curriculum is designed to meet the rising demands for collaborative musicians in China.
The performance requirements, depending on the major area of study, include activities such as orchestra, repertoire classes, chamber music, related vocal arts studies, professional internships, and community engagements projects.
Please note:
- The Performer's Certificate Program is a non-matriculated program.
- The Performer's Certificate Program is not transferrable to any other programs offered by Tianjin Juilliard. Applicants interested in the Master of Music degree program must re-apply and re-audition.
Learning Objectives
- To develop collaborative skills in advanced areas specific to each individual discipline
- To focus on intensive instrumental study
- To accumulate and deepen knowledge and study of repertoire
- To acquire necessary related skillsets and practical experiences to build a creative and sustainable career as a 21st century musician
Curriculum
This is a one-year program that may not be extended. To earn the certificate, it is expected that all requirements in the Performer's Certificate Program will be completed within one year.
Curricular Requirements:
Orchestral Studies
Regular orchestral readings, rehearsals, and performances of the Tianjin Juilliard Orchestra
Advanced orchestral skills such as section leading, sectional rehearsal techniques, advanced orchestral excerpts, conducting
Studio instrumental lessons
Audition opportunities and internships with professional orchestras
Independent outreach projects under the mentorship of Tianjin Juilliard or guest faculty
| Credit |
Major Study | 4/4 |
Departmental Requirement | 2/2 |
Instrumental Lessons | 4/4 |
Community Engagement Project/Internship Practicum | 2/0 |
Final Jury | 0/2 |
TOTAL | 24 |
Collaborative Piano*
Two tracks are offered:
Concentration on vocal collaborative piano training with a focus on vocal and opera coaching
Combination of instrumental and vocal collaborative piano study
Studio lessons and coachings with Tianjin Juilliard studio faculty, and a rotation of vocal coaches and chamber musicians
Classes in related vocal arts study and practicums
Performance opportunities in art songs and instrumental sonatas
Studio accompanying internships (subject to studio availability)
Opportunities to intern in professional opera companies and vocal festivals
Independent outreach projects under the mentorship of Tianjin Juilliard or guest faculty
| Credit |
Major Study | 4/4 |
Performance Requirement | 2/2 |
Departmental Practicum | 2/2 |
Departmental Seminar | 2/2 |
Community Engagement Project/Internship Practicum | 2/0 |
Final Jury | 0/2 |
TOTAL | 24 |
*This program is also open to graduates of the Tianjin Juilliard master’s program in collaborative piano as a third-year option.
Program Dates
The program duration will mirror that of the school.
1st Semester: September 1, 2025 - December 16, 2025
2nd Semester: January 9, 2026 - May 12, 2026
Eligibility
In order to be admitted as a Performer's Certificate Program student, you must have:
At least four years of post-secondary, completed a bachelor's and/or master’s degree
Successfully passed Tianjin Juilliard's audition process
Demonstrate English language fluency
- For applicants whose native language is not English, minimum official scores (IELTS 7/TOEFL 94) and English Level Proficiency interviews are also required.
Tuition and Fees
110,300 RMB per year
- Limited scholarships are available on a cases-by-case basis
- Housing, board and travel expenses are not covered
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the following materials to Allison.Du@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn :
Artistic resume or CV
Brief cover letter stating why you are interested in the program and your study goals
Video recording (see below for repertoire requirement)
One letter of recommendation
Application fee: 770 RMB (110 USD - payment link to be provided upon completion of application)
Audition Requirements
Audition requirements and repertoire can be found on the page of Audition Requirements
Alumni
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The two years at Tianjin Juilliard helped me to solidify my professional goals while broadening my horizons on an international level. Prior to Tianjin Juilliard, I did not think a career outside of the United States would have been possible. Since graduating, I have been offered some great career opportunities in China. Working with guest conductors at The Tianjin Juilliard School helped me to develop a lot of flexibility in my playing, and I learned a lot from my peers as well.
Bethany Lawrence (MM ’22, oboe, Instrumental and Orchestral Studies)
Recipient of the 2022 Joseph Polisi Prize
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The Registrar's Office has authorized the National Student Clearinghouse to provide transcripts, enrollment verifications, and degree verifications for current students and alumni.
Degree Verification Methods – The verification process may depend on your intended purpose. Please contact alumni@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn if you are unsure of which verification method you need.
Degree Verification outside of China from the National Student Clearinghouse
- Follow the instructions to get a certificate from the National Student Clearinghouse stating your enrollment history and current status.
- This service will be available anytime, and you will be able to print as many copies as necessary.
- Please note: international students who do not have a Social Security number on file with the Registrar’s Office may not have access to this service. Those students without access should contact the Registrar’s Office directly for verification requests.
- This service is for Graduate students only.
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Alumni News
Commencement
Tianjin Juilliard’s fourth commencement ceremony will take place on Friday, May 16, at 10am Beijing Time in the Tianjin Juilliard Concert Hall. Aside from the conferral of degrees, the ceremony will include remarks from Juilliard and Tianjin Juilliard senior leadership, artistic interludes, and a commencement address given by Huang Ping, former Consul General of the People's Republic of China in New York and Ambassador to Zimbabwe.
Friends and family of the Juilliard community are invited to watch this year’s commencement and celebrate this milestone virtually via Zoom webinar. Additional information on in-person attendance and more can be found below.
In-Person Attendance and Ticketing
Admission to the commencement ceremony at the Tianjin Juilliard Concert Hall is available exclusively through e-ticketing. Graduate students can reserve up to four tickets to distribute to invited guests via the link sent from the Commencement Committee.
Following the ceremony, all ticketed guests and graduates are invited to come together for a post-commencement reception in the Tanoto Theater.
For further information, please email commencement@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn
Hotels and Transportation
Tianjin Juilliard is easily accessible by high-speed train to Binhai Station (Yujiapu Station), a 5-minute walk from the campus. Family and friends attending commencement have many options for hotel accommodation. Hotels within walking distance include the InterContinental, JuChuan, and Baolong. Other hotels within close proximity to the campus can be found on websites such as Booking.com and Ctrip by searching Yujiapu, Binhai.
For all other questions, please contact commencement@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn
