Plattsburgh,
NY,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Music in Performance - Orchestral Instruments in Carbondale United States | SUNY--Plattsburgh
SUNY--Plattsburgh
|
Carbondale United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
40,809
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Specializing in instrumental performance at SIU, you can pursue both Bachelor's and Master's of Music degrees through this distinctive program. The coursework emphasizes scholarly and artistic development, with a strong focus on private lessons and ensemble participation.
The BM curriculum helps refine your musical abilities through intensive training in your selected performance area. Key features include a mandatory teaching methods course that prepares you for educational roles, along with a culminating senior recital to demonstrate your artistic growth.
The MM program expands on undergraduate foundations, equipping you for professional performance careers, collegiate teaching positions, or doctoral studies. Tailored instruction includes multiple performance experiences and individualized guidance aligned with each student's professional aspirations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
2.7 (on a grading scale with 4.0=A, approximately a B- average) on the last two years of Bachelor's coursework, 3.0 on all previous graduate work (approximately a B average). An applicant was awarded a Master's degree at an accredited college/university in the United States and has been in residence in the United States continuously prior to application to SIU (not out of the country for more than one calendar year). You have a minimum of 60 graded (A, B, C) hours of recent coursework completed at an accredited college / university in the United States with continuous residence in the United States prior to application at SIU. Pass / Fail, Satisfactory / Unsatisfactory, or Proficiency credit is not acceptable. The English language requirement may be met by submitting: 550 on the paper-based TOEFL, 80 on the internet-based TOEFL, 6.5 on the IELTS
Each path of advanced music studies is as unique as the individual artist. To be considered for acceptance into the Master of Music program at SIU you must complete the applications required by both the university and the School of Music. As a prospective student you must also schedule an audition, after making contact with an academic advisor, to determine the appropriate way to proceed based on your degree and musical background.
Letters of Recommendation
For non-vocalists: Two (2) letters of recommendation are required from past teachers and/or music professionals who know your work and can assess your potential for scholarly and creative work at the graduate level.
For vocalists. Two (2) letters are required. One (1) from your current voice teacher and one(1) from an ensemble/stage director.
Each path of advanced music studies is as unique as the individual artist. To be considered for acceptance into the Master of Music program at SIU you must complete the applications required by both the university and the School of Music. As a prospective student you must also schedule an audition, after making contact with an academic advisor, to determine the appropriate way to proceed based on your degree and musical background.
Letters of Recommendation
For non-vocalists: Two (2) letters of recommendation are required from past teachers and/or music professionals who know your work and can assess your potential for scholarly and creative work at the graduate level.
For vocalists. Two (2) letters are required. One (1) from your current voice teacher and one(1) from an ensemble/stage director.
Tuition
USD
40,809