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Musical Talent Shouldn’t have to Fight for Recognition

We make sure the right programs discover the right musicians.

Our growing network of institutions

  • Logo of Boston Conservatory at Berklee featuring a stylized 'b' and the text '15 Boston Conservatory at Berklee' in blue.
  • Texas Tech University logo with a red double T and black text reading 'Texas Tech University'.
  • Syracuse University College of Visual and Performing Arts logo with orange 'S' and text in orange and blue.
  • Boston University College of Fine Arts School of Music logo with red BU emblem and text.
  • Florida State University College of Music logo in maroon and purple text.
  • Kansas Wesleyan University logo with a castle illustration and the university name in purple and black text.
  • University of Florida logo with blue text and red accent on a white background.
  • Logo of Longy School of Music of Bard College featuring the word 'LONGY' in purple with a musical note inside the letter 'O', and the text 'School of Music of Bard College' underneath.
  • Pittsburg State University logo with a gorilla face and red and yellow colors.
  • University of Georgia logo with the university name in red and a shield emblem with a columns and arch design.
  • Logo of the Royal Irish Academy of Music with the acronym RIAM and full name beneath.
  • University of the Arts logo featuring a red tower and black circular seal with text, and the words 'Department of Music' beneath.
  • Bridgewater State University logo featuring a red depiction of a clock tower.
  • Bryant University Athletic Bands logo featuring a muscular bulldog with a chain collar and the text 'Bryant University Athletic Bands' beneath it.
  • Westfield State University logo with a tree, shield, and statue of a Native American figure
  • University of Hartford logo with black background and red text
  • Seal of the United States Department of Massachusetts with a shield, a sword, and a banner, encircled by the words "United Department of Massachusetts" and the year "1865."
  • Logo of the United States Chess Federation, celebrating its 80th anniversary, with a shield design featuring a chess king piece, and text marking the event.
  • Franklin Pierce University logo with stylized 'FP' initials in burgundy and the university name in matching text.
  • Purchase College logo with text 'Purchase College State University of New York' and a purple speech bubble.
  • Logo for UMass Dartmouth Music with orange background and white text.
  • Logo for the Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver featuring the letters D and J in red and gold.

CommonTime Pathways makes it easy for both music majors and non-majors to get discovered by their ideal programs. Students can message faculty directly, search 1,800+ schools, upload performance videos, and get scholarship offers!

Music Recruitment made simple

Student musician creating profile on CommonTime Pathways platform, uploading audition video to get discovered by music programs

Make a free account & get discovered by your dream programs.

Create your profile, upload your audition video, and let programs find you.

Interactive search interface showing music program filters for location, budget, academics, and talent level on CommonTime Pathways

Cut through 1,000+ schools with filters that match your academic profile, financial needs, and location preferences.

Stop searching. Start matching.

Music student video chatting with college faculty member during virtual masterclass event on CommonTime Pathways platform

Connect directly with faculty and attend exclusive virtual recruiting events.

Build connections with decision-makers before even applying.

How we help you succeed

For Applicants

Get Recruited: Create one profile, customize your preferences & get discovered.

Save Hours of Research: Skip endless college searches. Get matched with programs that fit your goals, and connect directly with the schools that interest you most.

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For Families

Direct Access to Decision Makers: Message faculty directly. Build real relationships beyond application numbers.

Scholarship Opportunities: Unlock music-based scholarships and opportunities you never knew existed.

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For Institutions

Predictive Analytics: Identify top candidates with data-driven insights.

Year-Round Recruiting: Recruit anytime via the Digital Recruiting Fair.

Achieve Enrollment Goals: Streamline recruitment and meet your targets.

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FAQs

  • CommonTime Pathways is a recruiting platform that connects student musicians with college programs and scholarships. We are providing you with the same networking and recruiting opportunities that student athletes have enjoyed for years — finally bringing the power of athletic recruiting to the music world.

  • CommonTime Pathways is a social platform designed specifically for music recruitment. Students create profiles, upload performance videos, and share their academic goals and preferences. Colleges can discover these students, and students can also explore and connect with schools directly. This mutual connection helps both students and colleges find their perfect match.

  • Absolutely not! This is one of our biggest misconceptions to clear up. You don't need to major in music to contribute value to a college campus. Many of our opportunities are for non-majors who want to participate in marching bands, orchestras, choirs, and other musical ensembles while studying engineering, psychology, pre-med, or any other field.

  • Traditional music recruiting often relies on limited channels — competitions, expensive summer programs, or chance encounters with faculty. This has created barriers for many talented students. Our platform opens up year-round recruiting opportunities where colleges actively search for students, regardless of whether they’ve participated in traditional recruiting pathways.