Applications are accepted year-round, pending faculty availability, with priority consideration for summer enrollment.
International applicants are welcome.
Opus Colorado offers the Artist Diploma and Performance Certificate in Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, and Bass. Admission is selective and based on audition results and faculty capacity.
Artist Diploma
Applicants typically hold a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in music performance or demonstrate equivalent advanced training. Most students complete the Artist Diploma over two semesters, beginning with the Performance Certificate as the foundational phase of study.
Performance Certificate
Designed for advanced musicians age 16+ who are preparing professional-level repertoire, pursuing collegiate study, or continuing serious artistic development.
Submit a video audition (approximately 10 minutes) demonstrating your highest level of playing, including at least 2–3 contrasting selections.
Please include:
Detailed audition requirements are provided after application submission. Applicants with questions about repertoire selection are encouraged to contact the admissions team.
Bachelor’s degree (preferred master’s) or equivalent music training required.
Students alternate between live lessons and video feedback sessions each week, receiving consistent guidance on technique, interpretation, and repertoire development.
Students build consistent practice habits through tracked hours, reflective journaling, and mindset lessons from world-class entrepreneurial coaches—the same strategies top performers use to stay focused, motivated, and resilient.
Students complete a video performance project and career-focused video essay to showcase their musical skills and professional goals, creating a polished portfolio for auditions, applications, and future opportunities.
Students learn anatomy, nutrition, and strength training tailored for musicians while tracking fitness, hydration, and dietary habits to build stamina, prevent injuries, and support peak performance.
Advanced musicians age 16+ or working professionals seeking continuing education.
Students alternate between live lessons and video feedback sessions each week, receiving consistent guidance on technique, interpretation, and repertoire development.
Students build consistent practice habits through tracked hours, reflective journaling, and mindset lessons from world-class entrepreneurial coaches—the same strategies top performers use to stay focused, motivated, and resilient.
Students complete a video performance project and career-focused video essay to showcase their musical skills and professional goals, creating a polished portfolio for auditions, applications, and future opportunities.
Students learn anatomy, nutrition, and strength training tailored for musicians while tracking fitness, hydration, and dietary habits to build stamina, prevent injuries, and support peak performance.
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