Graduate

The School of Music offers studies leading to the Master of Music degree in two areas:

1. Master of Music (Major in Performance and Literature) offered in piano, collaborative piano, strings, clarinet, jazz, composition and Choral Music/Choral Conducting or Wind Band Studies/Instrumental Conducing. It is intended to develop a professional expertise in performance or composition, with additional emphasis on general literature and pedagogical practices. The Program requires 30 hours of coursework.
2. Master of Music (Music Education) offers teachers the opportunity for advanced study with practical emphasis in elementary music, choral music, or instrumental music. The program requires 24 credit hours of coursework followed by a Master’s Thesis or 24 credit hours of coursework followed by a Comprehensive Examination or 30 credit hours of coursework followed by a Research Project.

The application deadline is April 1^st for admission in September.   As acceptance will be determined when the application process is complete, applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Degree Requirements for:

• Piano, Collaborative Piano, Strings and Clarinet
• Composition and Jazz
• Choral Music, Choral Conducting or Wind Band, Instrumental Conducting

Tuition Fees

International Students

Printable Applications and Documents:

Masters of Music Program Application Form (Performance and Literature)

Masters of Music Program Application Form (Music Education)

Check list for Supporting Documents for Application

Referee form

Referee form

Graduate Recital Procedures

For further information see the Graduate Calendar or contact:  Dr. Patrick Carrabré,  Chair, Graduate Music Department.