Dr. Andrew Raciti

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Andrew Raciti is a distinguished Lecturer at the Bienen School of Music at Northwestern University, specializing in Double Bass. He holds a Master's degree from Rice University and has an extensive career as a performer and educator. Raciti serves as the Associate Principal Bass with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and has also held the position of Associate Principal Bass with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra in Australia. His performance resume includes collaborations with prestigious orchestras such as the Detroit Symphony, Minnesota Orchestra, and Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, as well as the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. An avid educator, he leads the double bass studio at the Bienen School and teaches at Orford Musique in Canada during the summer. Raciti is recognized as an authority in bass pedagogy and has published various articles in the quarterly International Society of Bassists, discussing techniques and insights in the field. He continues to contribute to the music community through performances, teaching, and participation in chamber music festivals.

Research Interests

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
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  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.