Denton,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Music in Performance - Conducting in Denton United States | University of North Texas
University of North Texas
|
Denton United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,820
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Aspiring to be a successful conductor requires skills beyond just mastering baton techniques. Launch your graduate education in conducting at the internationally acclaimed University of North Texas College of Music. The Division of Conducting and Ensembles provides a Master of Music degree in Performance with a Conducting specialization. Tailor your studies to choral, orchestral, or wind conducting based on your professional goals. Gain practical experience by directing diverse ensembles throughout the academic year. UNT's performance groups feature six choirs, two symphony orchestras, and seven concert bands. These ensembles frequently perform in seasonal concerts and at prestigious state, national, and international venues.
Our faculty consists of seasoned professionals with global experience, having worked with groups from the Southeast Asian Youth Wind Ensemble in Bangkok to ensembles across Austria, China, the UK, and South Korea. The College of Music boasts a distinguished musical heritage and attracts exceptional musicians from around the globe.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Information Regarding Degree Certifications/Diplomas/Transcripts:
If you have already earned a U.S. bachelor's degree or its equivalent and are pursuing either a second bachelor's degree you must apply for admission to UNT through the Toulouse Graduate School.
Applicants for admission to the M.M. or D.M.A. degree programs in performance or Graduate Artist Certificate in Music Performance (GAC) must pass an admission audition before a faculty panel. Live auditions are preferred for both music admission and award consideration.
Auditions will occur in one of two ways:
Live Audition/Interview Will occur on campus in Denton on our specified dates. Applicants invited for a live audition/interview will be notified through Acceptd messaging of their scheduled day/time.
Final Video Audition Available for applicants who are unable to attend the auditions in person and/or who apply after live auditions are full and closed. Following review of the video audition, our faculty might require an interview or virtual audition if additional information is needed.
Please note, a screening (preliminary video audition) is required for live audition consideration. Information regarding the screening is available within the area listing on the repertoire pages:
Applicants for admission to the M.M. and D.M.A. degree programs in conducting must submit the College of Music application and preliminary audition video by the first Monday in December. Qualified applicants will be invited to campus for a live audition and interview.
*M.A., M.M. Jazz Composition/Arranging, M.M.Ed. and Ph.D. applicants need only complete steps 1 and 2. In lieu of an audition, applicants to these programs will submit a portfolio. Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview.
IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL iBT - 79
DET - 100
If you have already earned a U.S. bachelor's degree or its equivalent and are pursuing either a second bachelor's degree you must apply for admission to UNT through the Toulouse Graduate School.
Applicants for admission to the M.M. or D.M.A. degree programs in performance or Graduate Artist Certificate in Music Performance (GAC) must pass an admission audition before a faculty panel. Live auditions are preferred for both music admission and award consideration.
Auditions will occur in one of two ways:
Live Audition/Interview Will occur on campus in Denton on our specified dates. Applicants invited for a live audition/interview will be notified through Acceptd messaging of their scheduled day/time.
Final Video Audition Available for applicants who are unable to attend the auditions in person and/or who apply after live auditions are full and closed. Following review of the video audition, our faculty might require an interview or virtual audition if additional information is needed.
Please note, a screening (preliminary video audition) is required for live audition consideration. Information regarding the screening is available within the area listing on the repertoire pages:
Applicants for admission to the M.M. and D.M.A. degree programs in conducting must submit the College of Music application and preliminary audition video by the first Monday in December. Qualified applicants will be invited to campus for a live audition and interview.
*M.A., M.M. Jazz Composition/Arranging, M.M.Ed. and Ph.D. applicants need only complete steps 1 and 2. In lieu of an audition, applicants to these programs will submit a portfolio. Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview.
IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL iBT - 79
DET - 100
Tuition
USD
27,820