Graduation Spotlight: Madelaine Matej MacQueen

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Advanced Area of Study: Master Musicology/Music

Q: Why did you choose this area of study for an advanced degree?

A: I had been performing since childhood, and I wanted to gain more understanding about the cultural circumstances that surrounded each composition.

Q: What’re your next steps?

A: Applying for jobs in the non-profit sector.

Q: What is your favorite memory at CWRU?

A: Singing in the masterclass by Peter Sellars!

Q: What is your advice for a student starting a graduate or professional program at CWRU?

A: Create strong boundaries between work (your degree) and family/personal time.