Northern Arizona University
Kitt School of Music
Dr. Ramos has been on faculty at Northern Arizona University Kitt School of Music since Fall of 2010. The NAU cello studio is an exciting and rewarding community for young cellists to study and perform music. Our high-caliber instrumental ensembles and individualized instruction add to a memorable university musical experience. Cellists at NAU receive weekly lessons and master classes, in addition to regular technique classes.
Values of the Cello Studio:
- Teaching fundamental principles of technique that can be applied universally
- Learning how to bridge the gap between technique and musicianship
- Allowing students to be teachers as well as learners
- Developing strong and convincing communication skills
Please contact Dr. Mary Ann Ramos directly for inquiries about the NAU Cello Studio, or if you’d like to arrange a lesson or personal tour of the School of Music facilities.
Steps to Apply:
Apply to NAU
Before you can apply to NAU School of Music to be a music major, you must first apply and be accepted into the main university.
Before you can apply to NAU School of Music to be a music major, you must first apply and be accepted into the main university.
Apply to NAU Kitt School of Music
After you have been accepted into the main university, you can then apply to NAU Kitt School of Music, to be a music major.
Schedule your Audition
Once you have submitted your school of music application, you can schedule your audition.
Cello Audition Repertoire
Be sure to select audition repertoire that showcases your strengths as a performer!
Scholarship Opportunities
All incoming freshmen and transfer students are automatically considered for Kitt School of Music scholarships based on the audition. There is no separate application for these scholarships.
For full scholarship consideration, submit your audition materials on or before Saturday, March 4, 2023.
You must file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) before you can be considered for any aid. For more information about how to apply for financial aid at NAU, please see the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid webpage:
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