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CCM's violin program focuses intensely on performance. At the heart of every degree program are one-on-one lessons with faculty mentors who guide students' musical, performance, and teaching development. The curriculum cultivates versatile musicians by combining rigorous training in music history and theory with specialized instruction for each instrument. As part of the University of Cincinnati - a leading research university with over 40,000 students - CCM benefits from its unique position within a comprehensive public institution. This dynamic environment shapes CCM's mission: to develop complete artists and scholars prepared for global careers. Alumni establish themselves across the performing arts spectrum, appearing as soloists, chamber musicians, and members of prestigious orchestras, opera companies, military ensembles, jazz groups, and beyond. Many graduates also become private instructors or pursue further academic study.