Doctor of Musical Arts in Conducting in Salt Lake City United States | University of Utah

The School of Music's conducting program provides personalized, specialized instruction to a carefully chosen group of graduate students pursuing master's or doctoral degrees, aiming to cultivate professional-level conducting abilities for both choral and instrumental groups. Participants benefit from extensive podium opportunities within a vibrant educational setting. The three-year DMA curriculum requires 59-60 credit hours, including private conducting instruction, large ensemble participation, music history and literature studies, advanced music theory, conducting seminars, performance practice classes, and coursework in a related discipline. Completion involves writing a dissertation essay and presenting four recitals.