Study Master of Music in Conducting at Syracuse University in the USA, College of Visual and Performing Arts

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The conducting degree program is highly focused with refined enrollment allowing students generous podium time with outstanding ensembles, creative collaboration in coaching and opportunities for off-campus collaboration. The degree offers three areas of specialty: choral, orchestral and winds, with individual attention from our conducting faculty being the highest priority. Students in the conducting program work to develop professional levels of performance and a comprehensive grasp of musical knowledge. Emphasis is placed on baton technique and gestural language, score reading, score study and effective rehearsal techniques. A comprehensive curriculum includes individual conducting lessons and ensemble performance, as well as courses in scholarly research, music theory, history and literature and pedagogy.

Which department am I in?

College of Visual and Performing Arts

Study options

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$36,270.00 per year

Health insurance - $2,664

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Syracuse Campus

900 South Crouse Ave.,

Syracuse,

New York,

13244, Northeast, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

As an applicant to a Syracuse graduate program, youll need to provide official documentation of having earned at least a U.S. bachelors degree (or its equivalent) in another country. Three letters of recommendation. Consult online application for details. Academic transcript. Unofficial transcript uploaded to the online application. If you are admitted, an official, degree-bearing transcript must be mailed to the University. Applicants must complete a U.S. bachelors degree (or its equivalent in another country) before starting a graduate program. Personal statement/essay. Describe in approximately 500 words your main academic interests, why you wish to study for the degree you have chosen, why you wish to study at Syracuse University, how you expect to finance your studies, and your plans after you receive your degree. Upload directly to the online application.

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