PhD in Music Theory in Bloomington United States | Indiana University Bloomington

The music theory department merges exceptional academic research with distinctive, forward-thinking teaching methods. With diverse scholarly pursuits and global recognition for our work's excellence and breadth, our faculty and students consistently produce publications, conference talks, performances, and notable achievements. We foster collaborative learning that upholds rigorous conservatory-level music theory instruction while pioneering greater diversity and inclusion in the discipline. Students gain comprehensive training as educators and researchers, leading to outstanding career outcomes for our graduates, who now teach at prestigious universities, liberal arts institutions, and music conservatories worldwide.