Doctor of Music Arts in Historical Performance Practice in Cleveland United States | Case Western Reserve University

Case Western Reserve University | Cleveland United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 53,930
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Explore in-depth studies of pre-1850s music through a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Historical Performance Practice at Case Western Reserve University. This rigorous program blends advanced performance training with music history and practice studies during four years of immersive study in Cleveland's vibrant music scene.

The DMA in Historical Performance Practice seeks candidates poised to become pioneers in early music. Applicants must exhibit outstanding academic promise in music history and performance techniques, along with exceptional performance abilities. Admission involves an audition, interview, and placement exams in music history and theory upon enrollment.

Tailored to individual goals, our program begins with a diagnostic assessment and requires approval from the Historical Performance Practice director. Degree requirements include 33 academic credits, 18 applied music credits, fluency in two pertinent languages, plus successful completion of a jury examination, lecture-recital, and final recital within the first three years.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

Admission to the program is granted to those who demonstrate the potential to be leaders in the field of early music: candidates are expected to show excellent scholarly potential in music history and performance practices, and to demonstrate a high level of performance skill.Unofficial Transcripts: In order to alleviate initial application costs, we do not require applicants to send official transcripts during the application process. Applicants should simply upload unofficial copies of their transcripts onto the application for review purposes. Official documents sent during the application review process will not be reviewed. If accepted, official transcripts must come directly from the institution either mailed in a sealed envelope or sent electronically to the addresses below. International students: Documents in languages other than English must be accompanied by certified translations in English.
IELTS: 7, TOEFL: 90 IBT, TOEFL PBT 577

Tuition USD 53,930

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