The M.A. in Music Performance degree is designed to enhance musicianship, technique, and knowledge of a variety of musical styles, with the goal of preparing students for a career in the performing arts. Applicants may choose a principal performing area from conducting, all major instruments, or voice.
The performance degree thesis includes a recital in the principal performing area, as well as a research document pertaining to the literature presented. This research document should include aesthetic research into areas such as the history, analysis, performance practice, and teaching strategies of their recital literature.
Additional features of the program:
- Students have the opportunity to study with full-time faculty specialists in their performance area
- Major performance ensembles include orchestra, three concert bands, marching band, three choral ensembles, two jazz ensembles, opera and music theater, percussion ensemble, and various studio ensembles
- Sub-specialties available in either choral or instrumental conducting
For more information, see the graduate catalog.
