M.M. in Performance - Conducting

Although this degree is intended for students wishing to concentrate in specialized areas of conducting, it is designed with the flexibility to cover a broader range of interests.

I. Entrance Requirements for the M.M. in Performance-Conducting

  1. Departmental history and theory examinations.
  2. Demonstration of performance ability comparable to undergraduate jury requirement.
  3. Conducting ensemble of special interest with three conducting faculty in attendance.
  4. Interview with conductor of special interest to determine musical skills not tested in the examinations listed above.

II. Course of Study

Courses
Credit Hours
Advanced Conducting (MUS 635)
8
Literature in specialized area (MUS 600)
4
Score reading (MUS 600)
2
Ensemble
4
Music History
4
Music Theory
4
Music Electives
8
Recitals (two, 30-45 min.)
(Written document required with each performance.) (MUS 600)
2
TOTAL
36

III. Language Requirement

No requirement except Choral Conducting students: one foreign language (usually French, German or Italian.)
Diction exam in all three languages for Choral Conducting students.