being a music major is quite different than other majors with what you need to keep your mind and body healthy and your experience fulfilling. there is not much one can find with recommendations online, so here is my list to help you out!
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voice majors
string majors
general essentials
voice majors
you’ll most likely be singing way more than you’re used to, especially your first year. it’s important to keep your voice healthy. this is also helpful when you get sick (i got strep 4 times by freshman year)
Vicks Sinus Inhaler - Non-Medicated Relief
expensive but so worth it
Grether's USA
string majors
keep your nails short all the time. i always have this on me, sometimes cutting my nails in the practice room seconds before a performance or rehearsal
Nail Cutting Kit
expensive but so worth it. it gets tiring to have to readjust your shoulder rest so often and also causes pain with how much you’re playing if the quality is not good
BonMusica Violin Shoulder Rest
general essentials
i was surprised with how many classes required binders compared to high school. not only my ensemble classes and lessons, but also general ed classes such as music theory or aural skills.
