Through continued development of performance skills and overall musicianship, this degree is designed to prepare the graduate for a career in performance or teaching, or doctoral study.

Performance opportunities include large ensembles, mixed chamber ensembles, and faculty-directed chamber ensembles.

Prerequisites

• Bachelors degree in music (or demonstrated equivalent)
• GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 hours
• Senior recital

If an applicant does not meet the required prerequisites, then appropriate course(s) may be added to the degree requirements.

Required Courses

Additional Requirements

• Comprehensive Exam General Info
• See degree specific guidelines on this page to the right
• No more than one course with a grade lower than B- may count toward completion of the degree.

* A minimum of three credits each are required in both theory and history.

** Electives may be 7000-level or higher music or non-music courses, chosen with consultation with the advisor