Bachelor of Music - Cello
Honours Degree
Program Code: 2206C
Length: 8 semesters
Courses
No courses available
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet all the requirements below in order to meet minimum program eligibility. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an offer of admission. Admission decisions will be available via MyHumber, or by email and mail. Admission decisions will not be released by phone.
Admission selection is based on the following 5 requirements:
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Academic
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
- Grade 12 English (ENG4U or equivalent) minimum 65 per cent
- Five Grade 12 U or M courses in addition to those listed above
- Overall minimum grade point average (GPA) 65 per cent
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or
- College or university transfer status
Mature Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.
College Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
University Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
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English Language Proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
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International Credit Evaluation
Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.
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Online Audition
Please submit an audition video with the following requirements:
Scales:
Perform all scales ascending and descending in quarter notes at a minimum tempo of 120 beats per minute (BPM).
G major two octaves
Db major two octaves
B harmonic minor two octaves
ARPEGGIOS:
All arpeggios should be performed within one octave (root to seventh) ascending and descending. There is no tempo requirement for arpeggios.
Bb dominant 7
Gb major 7
C minor 7
G minor 7(b5)
Eb diminished 7
BACH CELLO SUITE:
Perform one of the movements from the Bach Cello Suites.
JAZZ REPERTOIRE 1 - SWING:
Perform one of the jazz standards listed below at a medium tempo (100-170 BPM). You can perform alone or with live/recorded accompaniment (Band in a Box for example). Please use the following format:
Play the melody once through the form
Play a solo (optional)
Choose from the following standards - All the Things You Are, Stella by Starlight, Autumn Leaves, Yardbird Suite, Oleo, Anthropology or Billie’s Bounce.
JAZZ REPERTOIRE 2 – BOSSA NOVA:
Perform one of the pieces listed below at a medium tempo (100-140 BPM). You can perform alone or with live/recorded accompaniment (Band in a Box for example). Please use the following format:
Play the melody once through the form
Play a bossa nova style bass line once through the form
Play a solo (optional)
Choose from the following bossa nova standards – Blue Bossa, Corcovado (Quiet Nights), How Insensitive, Recordame or Triste.
PIECE OF YOUR CHOICE:
Perform anything that represents your musical interests and that demonstrates your general musicianship. Maximum of 1 minute.
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Theory Test
The Theory and Ear Training test is a required test for all students auditioning for the degree program. It is approximately 30 to 50 minutes in length. The test has a written portion and an aural identification/dictation portion. There is no sight singing component. Study theory basics, scales and chords, and be able to identify scales, intervals, and chords played in the audio. The details on how to complete this test will be available on SlideRoom.
Submission Instructions
https://humber.ca/admissions/office-of-the-registrar/registration/submission-instructions.html
How to Apply
Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.
International Academic Equivalency
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.
Fees
The 2023/2024 fee for two semesters is:
- domestic: $7,240.30
- international: $21,081.00
Fees are subject to change.
Domestic Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $3,620.15 |
| Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $3,620.15 |
| Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $3,620.15 |
| Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $3,620.15 |
| Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $3,620.15 |
| Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $3,620.15 |
| Semester 7 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,510.15 |
| Semester 8 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,510.15 |
International Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,889.57 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $10,540.50 |
| Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,889.57 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $10,540.50 |
| Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,889.57 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $10,540.50 |
| Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,889.57 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $10,540.50 |
| Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,889.57 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $10,540.50 |
| Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,889.57 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $10,540.50 |
| Semester 7 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,999.57 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $10,540.50 |
| Semester 8 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,999.57 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $346.24 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $64.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $110.69 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $10,540.50 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Equipment & Device Requirements
Years 2, 3, and 4
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
| Pro Tools (Avid) | NOT Pro Tools First | Avid Pro Tools (current version) |
Year 3 (MEL 3056 & 3057 ONLY)
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs |
| Logic Pro X | Students enrolling in music electives MEL 3056 & MEL 3057 (Scoring for Picture) will need access to a Mac computer running current version of Logic Pro X software. |
Theory Students
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
| Printer | Not required | Black and white printer: Brother HL-L2320D |
All Years
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
| High Speed Internet | Sufficient download AND upload speeds. More users on one connection (family, roommates) requires more bandwidth. | A wired Ethernet connection (opposed to Wi-Fi) is strongly recommended |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 | Mac M1 or Intel Core i7/i9 |
| OS | Mac OS 11.4, 10.15, 10.14.6; Windows 10 (PC) OS 10.15 (Mac) |
Mac OS 11.4 or 10.15 |
| Memory | 16GB RAM | 32GB RAM (or more) |
| Storage | 512GB SSD | 1TB SSD (or more) |
| Headphones | Professional, wired (NOT Bluetooth) | • Audio-Technica ATH-M50x • Sennheiser HD 650 • AKG K240 |
| Audio Interface/Microphone | USB mic (eg. Audio-Technica AT2020) | • Interface: Scarlett 2i2 (mic cable and boom mic stand required) • Mic: Shure SM57 (vocalists might consider SM58) |
| Notation software | Must be able to export XML and mp3 | Sibelius (highly recommended). Other options Finale or MuseScore |
Pathways
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
Contact Information
Admissions Questions
Domestic Students
416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca
International Students
Contact the International Centre
international.humber.ca/contact
1-416-675-5067
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