When Specific Points to Discuss

[Dharma Bum]

I am applying for Duke's Musicology program for 2012 and the application lays out quite clearly what points they want to have addressed in the SOP:

"Write a statement (1-2 pages, single-spaced, in a 12-point font) indicating your purposes and objectives in undertaking graduate study, your special interests and plans, and your strengths and weaknesses in your chosen field. Briefly describe any research projects or any independent research in which you have actively participated and indicate how this has influenced your career choice and desire to pursue graduate studies."

Since so many specifics are given, would it be wise to just strictly stick to the points that they outlined here?

I've written a draft already that closely addressed all the above points and I will have it proofread by some professors once classes start.

EDIT: Wow, the title of this post lost the last few words... haha

Edited August 17, 2011 by Dharma Bum