Course variations

Course summary

The advisory committee, in conference with the student, will arrange a program of study of 54 to 72 semester hours beyond the master's degree, which will include at least 12 semester hours of Latin American music electives. The repertoire for applied instruction, of the repertoire list, and of recital programs must include a significant proportion of Latin American music. Based on the results of the entrance examinations, the advisory committee, in conference with the student, will arrange a program of study of 54 to 72 hours beyond the master’s degree. Candidates must pass language examinations in French, German, and Italian. Graduate courses in these languages may be taken as part of the core course with the adviser’s approval. The courses and repertoire to be completed as part of the degree requirements will be communicated do the student in writing. Although the program will be organized to meet the individual needs of the student, a typical program may include: Piano (four semesters), Chamber Music, Music History, Music Theory, Opera Coaching Techniques (musical preparation).

Program modules

Core Courses in Vocal Literature, Performance Practices, etc. (by advisement): Repertoire List: A repertoire list of operas is assigned at the beginning of the program of studies. Required Recitals (six): The contents of the six required public recitals are to be selected by the candidate in consultation with the committee and each is to be of approximately 70 minutes playing time. They may be given in any order: (1) four vocal accompanying recitals (MUS 912 or 913, 2 sem. hrs. each), to consist of one French art song recital, two German Lieder recitals each of which must contain a major song cycle, and one 20th-century song recital (MUS 912 or 913); (2) one vocal-instrumental recital (MUS 912 or 913, 2 sem. hrs.); and (3) one chamber music recital (MUS 907 or 908, 3 sem. hrs.). Final Recital: A final noncredit 70-minute public recital, consisting of music of different periods proposed by the candidate with committee approval, is the final comprehensive examination. The program content of this recital will be communicated to the candidate 60 days in advance of the performance. To be prepared by the candidate without the aid of a teacher or coach, this recital should demonstrate high professional standards of performance.

Entry requirement for international students

A completed CUA Graduate Application for Admission, Personal Statement, Official Transcripts from all Institutions of Higher Learning, Certification of Proficiency in Computer Science, 4 Letters of Recommendation, Confidential Financial Support Certificate, GRE and MAT Test Scores - The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is required for admission into most programs. Even if the GRE is not required for admission for your program of interest, it is required for scholarship eligibility, If the Student's native is not English then he/she have to write the TOEFL test. Students must achieve at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in order to fulfill the requirements for the degree. Students may be allowed to repeat courses to improve their standing. A student with a B.A. degree may be accepted only after meeting the equivalent requirement for the Bachelor of Music degree at The Catholic University of America, either by taking advanced standing examinations or by completing the additional undergraduate courses.

Qualification

Doctoral

Awarding body

CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA

Department name

Benjamin T. Rome School of Music