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The College of Music faculty designed CU Boulder's DMA programs following the standards set by the National Association of Schools of Music. This advanced degree caters to composers, conductors, and performers who demonstrate both artistic talent and academic prowess. Program alumni pursue careers as professional composers, soloists, ensemble musicians (including chamber groups, opera companies, jazz bands, and orchestras), or as conductors specializing in choral, jazz, band, or orchestral performance. The DMA program particularly emphasizes training for teaching positions at higher education institutions like colleges, conservatories, and universities. Each student collaborates with an advisor to create a personalized degree plan aligned with their professional goals and artistic interests.