Desirable Characteristics of the Students Admitted to Study Western Music in Higher Education

Abstract

Regarding admitting students to study music in higher education, it is necessary for students to have a good preparation both in musical theories coupled with musical skill development and general knowledge on current education situations. This article entitled desirable characteristics of students admitted to study Western music in higher education is aimed at presenting the guideline and method in developing the desirable characteristics of those who want to study Western music by means of a process conducting a study, researching for related documents, literature and texts, including exchanging ideas and experience with experts on music at the tertiary level. The desirable characteristics could be summarized into three headings, namely: 1) basic Western music theories; 2) operational skills on Western musical instruments; and 3) other academic studies.