Doctor of Musical Arts in Music Performance - Organ in Cincinnati United States | University of Cincinnati

University of Cincinnati | Cincinnati United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 26,322
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months

CCM's Doctor of Musical Arts in Organ program provides advanced organ students with exceptional training in technique, artistry, and scholarship within Cincinnati's vibrant arts community. Students benefit from access to seven on-campus pipe organs and numerous regional instruments, learning from distinguished faculty in top-tier performance spaces.

This performance-focused program features weekly private instruction, chamber music guidance, and extensive practical experience. DMA Organ candidates present solo and ensemble recitals while studying repertoire, teaching methods, performance practice, music history, and research techniques, culminating in a scholarly project. The distinctive cognate program allows specialization in a secondary field. Our renowned faculty provide personalized mentorship and performance opportunities locally and internationally, with encouragement to gain professional experience through church internships.

CCM's faculty emphasize both classical organ literature and contemporary works, offering performance engagements with regional arts groups, churches, and the American Guild of Organists. Alumni hold prominent positions as educators at global conservatories and as performers, composers, and competition directors.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Transcripts - Upload an official translated copy of your transcript's records of academic work which you have taken while in college to your online application.
Statement Essay - While the video essay portion found in the graduate application is not required for CCM applicants a 500-word written personal statement is required This should include within the graduate application your degree objectives frank observations of your professional and personal strengths and weaknesses any significant professional experiences or honors you were awarded as well as any other information you feel the faculty and admissions committee should know.
Please upload unofficial transcripts from each institution youve attended to your online application. Please note official transcripts are NOT required during the application process.
One letter of recommendation is required for all MM performance DMA performance and AD applicants However other degree programs may require 23.
Audition and Interview - While prescreening submission is required for all applicants not all applicants will be invited to audition or interview In some cases applicants will receive a final admission decision based solely off their prescreen submission In other cases faculty will request an additional audition or interview.

TOEFL IBT - 90
TOEFL PBT - 577
IELTS - 6.5

Tuition USD 26,322

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