Music Performance: Master of Music Degree
Music Educaton: Master of Music Degree
Program Overview
Contact Information: Dr. Nancy Schneeloch-Bingham; schneelochna@appstate.edu; 828-262-6447; Music
http://www.music.appstate.edu/grad/index.html
The Music Performance degree programs offer the student opportunities to refine his/her performance skills through applied study, classroom instruction, ensemble experiences, and public recitals. This program is for the student who desires a course of study in advanced instrumental or vocal performance, or composition.
The Music Education degree programs are based on a core of courses (Choral or Band Literature, Vocal or Instrumental Techniques, Advanced Conducting, Bibliography and Research, Analytical Techniques, and Philosophy of Music) and culminate in a Practicum, Thesis, or Recital experience. This program is for the student who desires a course of study leading to a North Carolina Advanced Masters certificate.
Program Highlights (Music, Music Education)
- If it is more convenient to your schedule, you are able to complete the master’s program during a sequence of four summer sessions (6 week terms)
- Assistantships are available to graduate students – awarded on the basis of audition and recommendation
Application Essentials
Concentrations for music performance program: Composition; Performance in: Bassoon; Cello; Clarinet; Euphonium; Flute; French Horn; Guitar; Harp; Oboe; Organ; Percussion; Piano; SaN/Aaphone; String Bass; Trombone; Trumpet; Tuba; Viola; Violin; Voice
Concentrations for music education program: Band Directing; Choral Directing; General
Location of instruction: On campus
Required Entrance Exam: GRE (score must be no more than 5 years old)
Required Number of References to specify in the on-line form: 3
Supplemental Information: Resume (Required upload for application submission); an Audition is required for the Master of Music program. Also needed for education program: proof of teacher licensure
Deadlines for Application. A program not open for a particular term will be marked with an "x." If the program has early screening dates, those dates are listed in parentheses. Applications that are not complete by the early screening date risk denial of admission due to no seats available. Increased enrollment may lead to a term being closed for new applications.
- Spring: 11/1
- Summer Session 1: x
- Summer Session 2: x
- Fall: 7/1
Basic Criteria for Consideration: Cum UGPA of 3.0; at least 400 on each of GREV and GREQ, and better than 3.0 on GREW; OR (UGPA x 400) + GREV + GREQ = 2000 and GREW = 3.0 or higher.