Overview
Candidates must possess and demonstrate an unquestioned gift of musical leadership based upon broad experience with instrumental ensembles. Advanced orchestration must be included in the program. Admission requirements include a baccalaureate degree in conducting or performance, accumulated practical experience with instrumental ensembles, and experience equivalent to an undergraduate requirement in orchestration. Enrollment in this major is only by special permission.
Admission Requirements
All applicants to the Frost School must submit the following items:
· An online application
· Application fee
· Resume
· Three letters of recommendation
· Official transcripts from every post-secondary school attended
This graduate degree program also requires submission of certain supplemental materials, including:
· Conducting sample
· TOEFL/IELTS score, as applicable
For more detailed information, please visit our Graduate Admission website.
Curriculum Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Major Area | ||
| Applied Conducting Lessons | 8 | |
| Instrumental Ensembles | 4 | |
| MIP 812 | Master's Recital | 1 |
| Select one of the following as a culminating project: | 2 | |
| Master's Recital Paper | ||
| Masters Advanced Recital | ||
| Other Studies in Music | ||
| MCY 728 | Music Bibliography | 3 |
| MTC 717 | Analytical Techniques | 3 |
| Electives | ||
| Musicology or Approved Elective | 3 | |
| Music Education /Pedagogy or Approved Elective | 3 | |
| Approved Electives | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
Plan of Study
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| MIP CD6 | Conducting | 2 |
| Instrumental Ensemble | 1 | |
| MTC 717 | Analytical Techniques | 3 |
| MCY or Approved Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |
| Spring | ||
| MIP CD6 | Conducting | 2 |
| Instrumental Ensemble | 1 | |
| MCY 728 | Music Bibliography | 3 |
| MED/Pedagogy or Approved Course | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |
| Year Two | ||
| Fall | ||
| MIP CD6 | Conducting | 2 |
| Instrumental Ensemble | 1 | |
| MIP 812 | Master's Recital | 1 |
| Approved Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 7 | |
| Spring | ||
| MIP CD6 | Conducting | 2 |
| Instrumental Ensemble | 1 | |
| MIP 815 or 811 | Masters Advanced Recital or Master's Recital Paper | 2 |
| Credit Hours | 5 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
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This is a suggested Plan of Study. Your actual course sequence may vary depending on your previous academic experience as well as current course offerings. Students should meet with their academic advisor each semester to determine the appropriate course selection.
Mission
The mission of the Master of Music Degree in Instrumental Conducting is to prepare musicians to enter the music conducting profession and/or pursue doctoral studies. The Master of Music degree program in Instrumental Conducting provides students with opportunities for advanced instrumental study, analysis of style, development of technique and musicianship demonstrated through the ability to conduct ensembles. Our principal focus is on the development of high-level performance skills that will enable a student to pursue a career as a professional conductor/musician.
Goals
The program objectives are:
- To provide students with the highest quality training possible to bridge academic training into entry-level careers as professional artists;
- To provide students with performance opportunities that develop and demonstrate the integration of musicianship and performance practice;
- To assist students with identifying opportunities and preparation for competitions, internships, apprenticeships and other professional venues for the classical artist.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate advanced technical and musicianship skills as well as the selection of appropriate repertoire adequate for beginning a career as a Secondary School Teacher or College Professor with a Chamber Orchestra or Wind Ensemble.
- Students will demonstrate advanced technical and musicianship skills as well as the selection of appropriate repertoire adequate for beginning a career as a Secondary School Teacher or College Professor with a Full Symphony Orchestra or Band.
- Students will demonstrate advanced rehearsal techniques and post-rehearsal assessment and reflection as adequate for beginning a career as Secondary School Teacher or College Professor.
