The department's resources include a computer studio, with a variety of synthesizers, samplers, and signal processors. Digital recording equipment and computer notation programs and facilities are available. All degree candidates in composition and theory are assured of the public performance of at least one work in each academic year. The four proseminars are basic courses t hat deal largely with methods in scholarly research and provide the student with an introduction to the various disciplines represented within the department. Because of the particular nature of the department's approach to graduate education in music, al l students, even those holding a master's degree from another institution, must take the four proseminars.
Doctoral candidates have considerable flexibility in their selection of courses.
Doctoral students permitted to bypass the MA must substitute an elective for this course. They may consist of any graduate courses or any courses of individually guided Directed Study within or outside the Department of Music.