All candidates for the master's degree must pass a comprehensive examination that demonstrates their ability to communicate their command of music theory, music history, research and analytic skills, and musical repertoire. This examination must be taken during the semester in which the students completes all course work. The Composition emphasis culminates in a major creative project. All other emphases require a master's thesis. All candidates for the Master of Arts program must complete a nine-unit core requirement and complete an emphasis as designated below.
Enrollment is required during the semester of graduation.
To be successfully completed prior to advancement to fully classified status in the program. To be successfully completed prior to advancement to fully classified status in the program. Unit total indicate the minimum requirement. The Master of Music Program The Master of Music Program is designed to provide graduate study for the superior performer and to allow for maximum development of specialized skills in the particular areas of talent. Students may emphasize solo performance, chamber music, or conducting.