Doctor of Musical Arts in Choral Conducting in West Hartford United States | University of Hartford

Hartt's Music Conducting program provides exceptional opportunities to develop conducting skills across diverse musical styles, from vocal and opera to musical theater and instrumental conducting. This distinctive program allows students to acquire hands-on experience in multiple genres. At Hartt, graduate students with exceptional talent can engage in specialized studies through our innovative conducting programs, tailored for those aspiring to professional careers ranging from academic positions to prestigious conducting roles.

Beyond focused training in your primary area (orchestra, wind ensemble, or choir), all students gain experience conducting and performing with different ensembles. Hartt's conducting curriculum stands out by preparing emerging conductors through comprehensive, multidisciplinary training.

The choral conducting program at Hartt delivers intensive instruction through private lessons, language and diction studies, vocal training, musicianship development, score analysis, performance techniques, and academic coursework. This prepares graduates for leadership roles as choral directors in educational institutions and community organizations. Participants collaborate extensively with Hartt's choral groups, with both degree programs incorporating mandatory choral performances as key components of the educational experience.