The Master of Music degree programs at CU Boulder are modeled after the guiding principles outlined by the National Association of Schools of Music. The purpose of Master of Music degree work is to refine skills in music performance, music composition, research and writing, and pedagogy. There are numerous fields of study within the Master of Music program as listed below. The musicology program admits students only at the PhD level.
The Master of Music degree provides advanced studies in performance, performance/pedagogy, composition (with an optional emphasis in technology), music theory, and conducting (choral, orchestral and wind). Areas of emphasis in performance and performance/pedagogy include all band and orchestral instruments, guitar, harp, harpsichord, historical performance and research, jazz, piano and voice. Each of the MM degrees incorporates studies in the major area, support courses in music electives (or a secondary area) and thesis/recital work. The minimum credit hours required for a MM degree varies from 30 to 34 depending on the area of study. For specific major area requirements, see the list of Master of Music degrees at the College of Music website.
Brass, conducting, harpsichord, historical performance and research, percussion, string, voice and woodwind majors are required to participate in a music ensemble. A student's ensemble placement will be determined by an audition during the first week of classes.
Requirements
Prerequisites
Students should have completed undergraduate preparation equivalent to that expected for the bachelor's degree at this university. Normally this is a bachelor of music degree in the proposed area of concentration.
Before admission, composition majors should upload representative scores and recordings (to the digital portfolio on the application) and a list of completed compositions. Theory majors should upload two scholarly writing samples that demonstrate ability in critical analysis, appropriate research techniques and skill in the cogent use of English. For further details, see the Application Process section of the website.
Program Requirements
The master of music (MM) degree, which the Graduate School considers a Plan II program, requires a minimum of 30–32 credit hours of graduate coursework, including thesis projects. Many students find it necessary to exceed this minimum in order to meet the musical and academic standards demanded by the MM preliminary examinations. Specific degree requirements for each program are available online at the College of Music website.
Each student's program is directed by a three-member advisory committee headed by the major advisor (the student's major professor). A second member is chosen from the major area; the third member is usually from outside the major area. (Major areas include: composition, music education, music theory and performance.) By the second semester of residence, the student should complete a tentative degree plan and obtain the approval of the advisory committee and the associate dean for graduate studies. Students must complete the master's degree within four years of matriculation into the program.
Examinations
In addition to preliminary examinations, master's degree students in music must take the Master's Qualifying Examination. The procedures, guidelines for registration and deadlines for taking these examinations are announced by the Music Graduate Office.
Recital/Thesis Requirements
The recital/thesis requirement for the MM in composition is a body of work(s) lasting at least 20 minutes in duration. This could be comprised of one or more original works for varying forces. For the major in conducting, the requirement is a public practicum and a performance-related or other scholarly document. For the major in music theory, it is two thesis papers. Or, with consent of the faculty advisory committee, a single, extended thesis for four credit hours. For the major in performance, presentation of two public recitals fulfills the requirement. For the major in performance and pedagogy, a full-length recital and a research document in pedagogy are required.
Required Courses and Credits
Composition
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Composition | ||
| PMUS 5526 | Composition (variable from 2-3 per semester) 1 | 9 |
| Thesis | ||
| A body of work(s) lasting at least 20 minutes in duration. This could be comprised of one of more original works of varying forces for each Thesis project. | ||
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 9 |
| Electives | 3 | |
| Maximum 2 credits of ensemble | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | Regular attendance at composition seminar is expected. |
Composition with an Emphasis in Music Technology
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Composition | ||
| PMUS 5526 | Composition (Emphasis in traditional techniques) 1 | 3 |
| PMUS 5526 | Composition (Emphasis in Music Technology - variable 2 or 3 credits) 1 | 6 |
| Thesis | ||
| One major composition for musical ensemble and electronic media to be approved in advance by the composition faculty | ||
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 | 2 |
| Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 6 |
| MUSC 5081 | Applications in Music Technology | 3 |
| Electives (maximum 2 credits of ensemble) | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | Regular attendance at Composition Seminar is expected |
Music Theory
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Music Theory | ||
| MUSC 5151 | Topics in Music Analysis (Schenkerian Analysis or Diatonic/Chromatic Harmonies) | 3 |
| MUSC 5071 | Post-tonal Theory and Analysis I | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 6 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis 1 | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 1 | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| MUSC 6051 | Pedagogy of Music Theory | 3 |
| Music Electives outside of the major area 2 | 3 | |
| Category III: Free Electives | ||
| Free Electives 2 | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | With the consent of the faculty advisory committee, the student may write a single, extended thesis for 4 credit hours (TMUS 6956 and TMUS 6957). The master's thesis project(s) culminates in an oral defense before the three members of the student's advisory committee. This is in addition to the MM Qualifying Oral Examination. |
| 2 | Electives may include ensemble participation (limited to 3 credits for the degree) or private applied instruction. Free electives may be in or outside of the College of Music, but must be outside of the major area or germane to the program of study. Reading proficiency in a foreign language is strongly recommended. |
Choral Conducting
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Choral Conducting | ||
| MUSC 5156 | Symposium in Choral Music | 4 |
| MUSC 5136 | Advanced Conducting | 2 |
| PMUS 5536 | Intermed Conducting (Intermediate Conducting - to be taken concurrently with Thesis Practicum where possible) | 6 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis 1 | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 1 | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5712 | Renaissance Music | 3 |
| PMUS 5726 | Voice (Voice Pedagogy) | 4 |
| or MUSC 5444 | Vocal Pedagogy | |
| or MUSC 5454 | Repertory for Young Voices | |
| Electives | 2 | |
| Maximum 2 credits of ensemble | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | See degree plan for details on thesis projects |
| 2 | Choral Ensemble (required each semester of residence; credit is attached to applied study) |
Choral Conducting with an Emphasis in Voice Performance
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Choral Conducting | ||
| MUSC 5156 | Symposium in Choral Music | 4 |
| MUSC 5136 | Advanced Conducting | 2 |
| PMUS 5536 | Intermed Conducting 1 | 6 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Conducting Practicum) 2 | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| Voice Performance 3 | ||
| PMUS 5726 | Voice (Three semesters) | 6 |
| MUSC 5444 | Vocal Pedagogy | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Voice recital or research paper) 4 | 2 |
| Academic Courses | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5712 | Renaissance Music | 3 |
| Choral Ensemble required each semester of residence; credit attached to applied study | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 32 | |
| 1 | To be taken concurrently with Thesis Practicum where possible. |
| 2 | See degree plan for details for the conducting practicum. |
| 3 | Acceptance for Emphasis in Voice requires an audition with the Voice Faculty. |
| 4 | A recital may be presented if the student regularly studies voice or an instrument at the 5000-level and if the particular applied Faculty approves the recital in preview. |
Orchestral Conducting
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Orchestral Conducting | ||
| PMUS 5536 | Intermed Conducting (Intermediate Conducting) | 6 |
| MUSC 5136 | Advanced Conducting | 2 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Conducting Practicum) | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Research Paper) | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| MUSC 5156 | Symposium in Choral Music | 2 |
| Instrumental Ensemble (Required each semester of residence - credit attached to applied study) | ||
| PMUS 5XXX | Applied Instrumental Instruction | 4 |
| Electives (maximum 2 credits of ensemble) | 4 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
Wind Band Conducting
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Wind Band Conducting | ||
| PMUS 5536 | Intermed Conducting (Intermediate Conducting) | 8 |
| MUSC 5136 | Advanced Conducting | 2 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Conducting Practicum) | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Reseach Paper) | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| MUSC 5156 | Symposium in Choral Music | 2 |
| Instrumental Ensemble required each semester of residence, credit attached to applied study | ||
| Music elective outside Conducting | 2 | |
| Electives (maximum 2 credits of ensemble) | 4 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
Brass Performance
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Brass Performance | ||
| PMUS 5XX6 | (Applied Brass Instruction) 1 | 10 |
| EMUS 5507 | Chamber Music | 2 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis 2 | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 2 | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5036 | Brass Literature | 2 |
| MUSC 5336 | Brass Pedagogy | 2 |
| Graduate-level electives in Music Theory 5XX1; Musicology/Ethnomusicology 5XX2, or Music Education 6XX3 | 6 | |
| Electives | 2 | |
| Maximum 2 credits of ensemble | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | Four semesters of applied study are required. University ensemble participation is required during each semester of applied study. |
| 2 | Two recitals; one may be a chamber recital. |
Guitar
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Guitar Performance | ||
| PMUS 5566 | Guitar (Applied Guitar Instruction) | 9 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis 1 | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 1 | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| Other music electives (outside Guitar Performance) 2 | 2 | |
| Electives (maximum 2 credits of ensemble) | 7 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | Two recitals or one recital and a major paper. |
| 2 | A two-credit Special Studies in guitar literature (TMUS 5564) is recommended before the Qualifying Examination is taken. |
Collaborative Piano
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Collaborative Piano | ||
| PMUS 5636 | Piano (Applied Piano Instruction and Performance Class) | 8 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Collaborative Recital) | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Collaborative Recital) | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| MUSC 5425 | Collaborative Literature for Piano with Winds, Brass, and Percussion | 2 |
| MUSC 5435 | Collaborative Literature for Piano with Strings | 2 |
| Category III: Additional Courses in Music | 6-8 | |
| Choose three or more courses from the following: | ||
| Opera Coaching for Pianists | ||
| Basso-Continuo Accompaniment | ||
| Voice Literature I: French Song Literature and Oratorio/Concert Solo Literature | ||
| Voice Literature II: German, British & American Song Literature | ||
| Electives | 2-3 | |
| Additional music electives outside of the major | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 32-35 | |
Harp
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Harp Performance | ||
| PMUS 5576 | Harp (Applied Harp Instruction) | 10 |
| Ensembles (credit attached to applied study) | ||
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis 1 | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 1 | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| Music electives outside Harp Performance 2 | 2 | |
| Electives | 6 | |
| Maximum 2 credits of ensemble | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | Two recitals or one recital and a research paper. |
| 2 | A two-credit Special Studies (TMUS 5564) in harp literature is recommended before the Qualifying Examination is taken. |
Harpsichord
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Harpsichord Performance | ||
| PMUS 5586 | Harpsichord (Applied Harpsichord Instruction) | 10 |
| EMUS 5367 | Early Music Ensemble | 4 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Recital) | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Recital) | 2 |
| Category II: Research | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology Electives | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Music Theory Elective | 3 |
| MUSC 5405 | Basso-Continuo Accompaniment | 2 |
| Electives 1 | 2 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | An approved course within or outside of the College of Music or Special Studies (TMUS 5544) could satisfy these required hours, preferably in an area that strengthens the individual focus of the student's program. |
Percussion Performance
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Percussion Performance | ||
| PMUS 5626 | Percussion (Applied Percussion Instruction) 1 | 10 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Recital) | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Recital) | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| MUSC 5026 | Percussion Literature | 2 |
| Electives | 6 | |
| Maximum 2 credits of ensemble | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | Four semesters of applied study are required. University ensemble participation is required during each semester of applied study. |
Piano Performance (Solo)
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Piano Performance | ||
| PMUS 5636 | Piano (Applied Piano Instruction and Performance Class) | 8 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Solo Recital) | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Solo Recital, Chamber Recital, Research Paper) | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| MUSC 5325 | Keyboard Literature 1 | 2 |
| MUSC 5335 | Keyboard Literature 2 | 2 |
| Category III: Additional Courses in Music | 4-6 | |
| Choose two or three of the following in consultation with advisor: | ||
| Advanced Accompanying | ||
| Piano Pedagogy Group Techniques | ||
| Piano Pedagogy: Intermediate Literature | ||
| Opera Coaching for Pianists | ||
| Basso-Continuo Accompaniment | ||
| Voice Literature I: French Song Literature and Oratorio/Concert Solo Literature | ||
| Voice Literature II: German, British & American Song Literature | ||
| Electives | 2-3 | |
| Additional music electives in music or non-music other than piano performance | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30-33 | |
String Performance (Bowed)
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: String Performance | ||
| PMUS 5XX6 | Applied String Instrument Instruction | 10 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Recital) | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 1 | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| Electives 2 | 6 | |
| Outside of string performance; maximum 2 credits of ensemble | 2 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | A research paper and/or a performance from a repertory list before a jury may substitute for a second recital. |
| 2 | Orchestra may not be included. |
Voice Performance
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Voice Performance | ||
| PMUS 5726 | Voice (Applied Voice Instruction) | 8 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis 1 | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 1 | 2 |
| Ensemble | 2 | |
| One credit hour of Opera Theatre Practicum (PMUS 5157) plus one hour of one of the following: EMUS 5217, EMUS 5227 or EMUS 5367 or an additional hour of Opera Theatre Practicum | ||
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| MUSC 5444 | Vocal Pedagogy | 2 |
| MUSC 5484 | Graduate Seminar in Vocal Pedagogy | 2 |
| MUSC 5464 | Voice Literature I: French Song Literature and Oratorio/Concert Solo Literature | 2 |
| or MUSC 5564 | Voice Literature II: German, British & American Song Literature | |
| Electives 2 | 4 | |
| Vocal Repertoire Coaching | ||
| Opera Theatre 1 | ||
| Opera Theatre 2 | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 32 | |
| 1 | TMUS 6956 must be a full-length recital, but may be fulfilled by one of the following: a traditional full-length recital; a lecture recital with supporting program notes; a major opera role; a mid-sized opera role and a half-hour recital; a concert of oratorio solo involving significant singing time and difficulty level. |
| 2 | May take additional vocal literature course to fulfill requirement. |
Woodwind Performance
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Woodwind Performance | ||
| PMUS 5XX6 | Applied Woodwind Instruction | 10 |
| Ensemble 1 | ||
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Recital) | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Recital) | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| MUSC 5346 | Woodwind Pedagogy | 2 |
| MUSC 5666 | Chamber Music Literature: Woodwinds | 2 |
| Electives | 4 | |
| Maximum 2 credits of ensemble | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | Required each semester of residence up to four semesters; credit is attached to applied study. See Faculty Chair regarding the specific ensemble required. |
Brass Performance with an Emphasis in Pedagogy
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Brass Performance | ||
| PMUS 5XX6 | Applied Brass Instruction 1 | 10 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Solo or Chamber recital) | 2 |
| Category II: Brass Pedagogy | ||
| MUSC 6203 | Psychology of Music Learning | 2 |
| MUSC 5036 | Brass Literature | 2 |
| MUSC 5336 | Brass Pedagogy | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Research Paper) | 2 |
| Category III: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| Graduate-level electives (Music Theory 5XX1, Musicology/Ethnomusicology 5XX2 or Music Education 6XX3) | 6 | |
| Electives | 2 | |
| May include ensemble credit | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | Four semesters of applied study are required. University ensemble participation is required during each semester of applied study. |
Jazz Performance and Pedagogy
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Jazz Performance | ||
| EMUS 5427 | Jazz Ensemble 1 | 2 |
| EMUS 5437 | Jazz Combo 1 | 2 |
| PMUS 58X6 | Applied Jazz Lessons | 4 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Recital) | 2 |
| Category II: Jazz Pedagogy | ||
| MUSC 5256 | Jazz Studies Administration and Pedagogy | 3 |
| MUSC 5356 | Jazz Studies Practicum | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Research Paper) | 2 |
| Category III: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5642 | Jazz History and Literature | 3 |
| MUSC 5091 | Contemporary Theory - Jazz and Modal Music | 3 |
| MUSC 5246 | Jazz Improvisation and Analysis | 3 |
| Electives (outside of Jazz area) 2 | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 31 | |
| 1 | Whenever possible, students are expected to enroll in both Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo. (Minimum: two semesters each.) |
| 2 | Recommended courses include classes in musicology, ethnomusicology, music education, music technology, ensemble, entrepreneurship, arts administration, wellness and applied lessons. For other courses or options not listed, approval is required from the student's advisory committee chair and the chair of the jazz department. |
Piano Performance and Pedagogy
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Piano Performance | ||
| PMUS 5636 | Piano (Applied Piano Instruction and Performance Class) | 8 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Solo Recital) | 2 |
| Category II: Piano Pedagogy | ||
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Research Paper) | 2 |
| MUSC 5305 | Piano Pedagogy Group Techniques | 2 |
| MUSC 5315 | Piano Pedagogy: Intermediate Literature | 2 |
| MUSC 5345 | Research: Piano Literature and Pedagogy | 2 |
| MUSC 5215 | Studies in Piano Teaching | 1 |
| MUSC 5325 | Keyboard Literature 1 | 2 |
| MUSC 5335 | Keyboard Literature 2 | 2 |
| Category III: Additional Courses in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| Electives | 2 | |
| In music or non-music, other than piano performance | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 33 | |
String (Bowed) Performance and Pedagogy
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: String Performance | ||
| PMUS 5XX6 | Applied String Instrument Instruction | 8 |
| Orchestra (Credit is attached to applied study) 1 | ||
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Recital) | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| String Pedagogy | ||
| MUSC 5273 | Comprehensive String Pedagogy | 2 |
| MUSC 6203 | Psychology of Music Learning | 2 |
| TMUS 5564 | Special Study-Strings | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Research Paper/Pedagogy Project) | 2 |
| MUSC 5446 | Supervised Teaching Practicum | 1 |
| MUSC 5608 | Wellness for Musicians 1 | 1 |
| Additional courses | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| Electives 2 | 2 | |
| Maximum 2 credits of ensemble | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | Participation is orchestra is required during each semester of applied instruction. |
| 2 | Orchestra may not be included. |
Voice Performance and Pedagogy
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Voice Performance | ||
| PMUS 5726 | Voice | 8 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Recital) 1 | 2 |
| Ensemble | 2 | |
| One credit in Opera Theatre Practicum PMUS 5157, plus one credit in one of the following: EMUS 5217, EMUS 5227 or Early Music Ensemble (EMUS 5267) or an additional hour of Opera Theatre Practicum | ||
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 1 | 2 |
| MUSC 5444 | Vocal Pedagogy | 2 |
| MUSC 5484 | Graduate Seminar in Vocal Pedagogy | 2 |
| MUSC 5464 | Voice Literature I: French Song Literature and Oratorio/Concert Solo Literature | 2 |
| or MUSC 5564 | Voice Literature II: German, British & American Song Literature | |
| Electives 2 | 4 | |
| Vocal Repertoire Coaching | ||
| Opera Theatre 1 | ||
| Opera Theatre 2 | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 32 | |
| 1 | TMUS 6956 must be a full-length recital, but may be fulfilled by one of the following: a traditional full-length recital; a lecture recital with supporting program notes; a major opera role; a mid-sized opera role and a half-hour recital; a concert of oratorio solo involving significant singing time and difficulty level. |
| 2 | May take an additional vocal literature course to fulfill requirement |
Woodwind Performance and Pedagogy
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I: Woodwind Performance | ||
| PMUS 5XX6 | Applied Woodwind Instruction | 10 |
| Ensemble 1 | ||
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis (Recital) | 2 |
| Category II: Other Requirements in Music | ||
| Woodwind Pedagogy | ||
| MUSC 5666 | Chamber Music Literature: Woodwinds | 2 |
| MUSC 5346 | Woodwind Pedagogy | 2 |
| MUSC 6203 | Psychology of Music Learning | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 (Research Paper) | 2 |
| Other courses | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5XX1 | Electives in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology or Ethnomusicology Elective | 3 |
| Electives | 2 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | Required each semester of residence up to four semesters; credit is attached to applied study. See Faculty Chair regarding the specific ensemble required. |
Historical Performance and Research
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Category I - Historical Performance | ||
| Applied Instruction (4 semesters) 1 | 8 | |
| Harpsichord | ||
| MUSC 5405 | Basso-Continuo Accompaniment | 2 |
| or MUSC 5415 | Advanced Basso Continuo | |
| EMUS 5367 | Early Music Ensemble | 3 |
| PMUS 5425 | Tuning and Temperaments | 1 |
| TMUS 6956 | Master's Thesis ((Recital)) 2 | 2 |
| TMUS 6957 | Master's Thesis 2 ((Recital) ) 2,3 | 2 |
| Category II - Research | ||
| MUSC 5708 | Introduction to Music Bibliography and Research | 2 |
| MUSC 5742 | Performance Practice of Early Music | 3 |
| MUSC 5XX2 | Musicology Electives 4 | 6 |
| TMUS 6958 | Master's Thesis 3 ((Research Thesis) ) 3 | 2 |
| Free Electives (appropriate to focus of degree, outside of performance) 5 | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 34 | |
| 1 | Students whose instrument is not harpsichord receive applied lessons in historical interpretation. |
| 2 | Half of one of the recitals must be chamber music. |
| 3 | The second recital and research thesis are thematically intertwined. See degree plan for detailed requirements. |
| 4 | One theory course on a pre-1750 topic may be substituted with faculty approval. |
| 5 | Appropriate electives might include courses in Music Theory, History, Literature or Art History. |
Learning Outcomes
By the completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced accomplishment in area of specialization (performance, conducting or composition).
- Synthesize and apply knowledge of the discipline sufficient to perform proficient analyses.
- Effectively communicate and present discipline-based learning to an academic audience in both written and oral form.
- Demonstrate knowledge of and skills in effective applied lesson and/or group (chamber music) teaching. (Emphasis in pedagogy)
- Demonstrate knowledge of applied lesson and/or group (chamber music) repertoire for area of specialization. (Emphasis in pedagogy)
Dual Emphasis Program
Master of Music Degree with Dual Emphasis
Students may apply for a master's in music degree that combines the requirements from two programs (with approval from both departments) in the College of Music. The student receives one diploma, with two areas of emphasis listed on the transcript. To guarantee the ability to pursue a master’s degree with dual emphases, the student must apply separately and be admitted by the faculty in each of the degree programs under their respective admissions procedures and standards. The student must be accepted into both areas of emphasis at the time of the initial application. If a student is already accepted to the College of Music in a Master of Music degree program and is interested in adding a second area of emphasis, the second area of emphasis course plan must be approved by both area Department Chairs and the Associate Dean of the College of Music.
In consultation with the Department Chairs, Associate Dean and Graduate Studies Coordinator, a comprehensive degree plan will be devised for all requirements expected for the student to earn the Master of Music degree with dual emphasis. This plan must be completed before the last anticipated semester of study in the student’s original degree. With the exception of thesis credit hours, courses that fulfill requirements in both degree programs need only be taken once to be counted for both degrees. A minimum of 45 credit hours must be earned.