Music Performance, MM
Brass, Cello, Guitar, Horn, Keyboard, Percussion, Violin, Woodwind, arts, voice
Immerse yourself in a vibrant musical environment that highlights your creativity and passion through numerous performance opportunities both on and off campus. Work closely with a dedicated faculty mentor, collaborate with peers and expand your musical growth through interactions with distinguished guest artists.
The Master of Music program in performance focuses on developing advanced skills in both the performance and teaching of music.
Students collaborate with faculty mentors to reach a professional level of performance through individual recitals; chamber music; and participation in ensembles such as choral, wind band, orchestra, jazz, musical theatre and opera, depending on their area of emphasis. On- and off-campus performance opportunities enhance students' knowledge and abilities, preparing them for leadership roles in teaching, performance or arts advocacy within their musical communities.
Collaboration with music scholars, theorists, composers, educators, dancers and theatre artists provides a well-rounded foundation for advanced careers in music or continued doctoral studies. Additionally, students acquire essential skills for a successful music career, including audition preparation, networking, organizational strategies, opportunity creation and developing an entrepreneurial mindset.
- College/school:
Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
- Location: Tempe
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
32 credit hours and a written comprehensive exam
Required Core (4 credit hours)
MUP 527 Studio Instruction (4)
Concentration (6 credit hours)
MUP 527 Studio Instruction (4)
MUP 596 Solo Performance (1)
MUP 597 Solo Performance (1)
Area of Emphasis (10-11 credit hours)
Other Studies in Music (11-12 credit hours)
Culminating Experience (0 credit hours)
written comprehensive exam (0)
Additional Curriculum Requirements
Students select an area of emphasis from the following: instrumental performance, jazz performance, keyboard performance or multiple woodwinds performance. Students should see the academic unit for specific requirements for the selected area of emphasis.
The Other Studies in Music requirement includes six credit hours of MHL coursework and five to six credit hours of MTC coursework. Students should see the academic unit for specific requirements.
Area of Emphasis credit hours may include electives depending on course selections.
Completion of diagnostic exams in musicology and music theory is required of all new graduate music students before enrolling in courses for these programs through the School of Music, Dance and Theatre. This is tracked internally within the academic unit.
Additional information on degree requirements for this degree is available on the curriculum check sheet located at the bottom of the school's program webpage.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S. applicants | International applicants | English proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts.
Applicants must they have earned a U.S. bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution or the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree from an institution in another country that is officially recognized by that country.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
All applicants must submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- School of Music, Dance and Theatre application (including a resume, personal statement and repertoire list)
- official transcripts
- prescreening video (voice applicants)
- three letters of recommendation
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency. The School of Music, Dance and Theatre does not offer conditional admission under any circumstances.
Applicants must perform an audition for admission. Auditions are scheduled following receipt of completed application materials and, when applicable, a favorable review of prescreening materials. Students can find more information about the audition at the school's website.
A bachelor's degree in music is not required for admission to a master's program. However, all applicants without a bachelor's degree in music should contact MDTAdmissions@asu.edu for information on potential courses to complete. Additional courses may be taken at ASU, another accredited university or a community college before or after admission to this program, but they must be completed before starting graduate-level course requirements in music history and music theory.
Voice applicants: Students should see the program website for application deadlines. After receipt of the completed application, including recommendation letters, transcripts, proof of English proficiency and review of prescreening materials, an applicant may be invited for an audition.
Instrumental and keyboard applicants: Students should see the program website for application deadlines. After an applicant's complete application materials have been received, including recommendation letters, transcripts and proof of English proficiency, the applicant is confirmed for an audition.
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 12/01 | Final |
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:
- Develop performance practices in the context of diverse musical settings and genres, demonstrating familiarity with the literature of one's instrument.
- Evaluate an instrument’s repertoire and pedagogy to develop a unique musical style.
- Produce a research study focusing on musical elements, social uses of music, and interplay among performers, composers, and institutions.
The School of Music, Dance and Theatre graduate programs inspire and empower students to become creative leaders who transform society through music.
Musicians with expertise in performing, composing, teaching, researching and arts advocacy are in high demand in many sectors and industries. Potential employers include performing arts organizations, educational institutions, entertainment companies, health and wellness industries, and community arts organizations. Skills such as creativity, collaboration, innovation, entrepreneurship and the focused discipline can help graduates be successful as musicians in a variety of companies and professions.
Career examples include:
- arts administrator
- community arts advocate
- composers for film, video games, television
- performing musician
- public or community school teacher
- university professor
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3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
