This course of studies includes the Master of Music core courses and two hours of private lessons per week in addition to participation in Masterclasses, collaborations, and coachings with faculty members. In the vocal area, students receive specialized training in vocal coaching, advanced diction, and operatic piano. Duo Sonata ensembles and Piano Chamber Music Literature seminars are features of the instrumental studies segment.

CORE COURSES

MUSC 7000 Music History Seminar The study of the nature of past and current concepts and practices in the discipline of music history.

MUSC 7050 Bibliography and Research Methods The techniques of bibliography and research methods in music are studied through research projects in selected areas relevant to each student's major field of study. Skill is developed in the use of primary and secondary sources, expository writing and documentation.

MUSC 7110 Music Theory Seminar A comprehensive survey of 20th century analytical methodologies of tonal and post-tonal music.

MUSC 7180 Ensemble Studio instruction and monitored pre-professional training activities in chamber music, leading to the presentation of ensemble performance.

MUSC 7400 Major Practical Study 1 Private studio instruction and monitored pre-professional training activities in one of the following: composition, conducting, or any one of the standard instruments of voice.

MUSC 7410 Major Practical Study 2 A continuation of Major Practical Study 1.

ELECTIVES

MUSC 7860 Sonata Duo Exploration of sonatas written for piano with one other instrument. This course can be repeated for up to three semesters.

MUSC 7060 Advanced Diction 1 Advanced training in rules of pronunciation, language use and translations skills in Italian and German. Lab required.

MUSC 7070 Advanced Diction 2 Advanced training in rule of pronunciation, language use and translations skills in French and English. Lab required.

MUSC 7390 Piano Chamber Music Literature Seminar Advanced survey of piano chamber music.

MUSC 7520 Coaching Skills Advanced training in philosophies and techniques of vocal coaching including both song and operatic repertoire.

MUSC 7530 Operatic Piano Development of skills required of an operatic pianist, including standard Arias, operatic scores, working with conductors and developing orchestral sound. May include participation in community opera events (by audition only).