The Master of Music curriculum focuses on studio and ensemble work, supplemented by academic course requirements in musicology and music theory, as well as electives. Additional study is provided through frequent masterclasses, guest artists, and repertoire classes.
| Orchestral Conducting - Master of Music | credits |
|---|---|
| Studio ORCH 500 | 16 |
| Conducting ORCH 567-568, ORCH 667-668 | 8 |
| Score Reading* ORCH 503-504 | 4 |
| Theoretical Studies | 2 |
| Musicology | 2 |
| Electives | 4 |
| Total Credits | 36 |
*Waived if outstanding proficiency is demonstrated Additional Requirements: 1) Attendance at NEC Orchestra rehearsals as specified by the department chair2) Recital in second year (ORCH 699) | |
| Choral Conducting - Master of Music | credits |
|---|---|
| Studio CHOR 500 | 16 |
| Conducting CHOR 503-504, 567-568, 667-668 | 12 |
| Theoretical Studies Recommended: THYG 561 or THYG 562 | 2 |
| Musicology | 2 |
| Electives Recommended: OPERA 563-564, VC 565-566, ORCH 567, or WNDEN 567 | 4 |
| Total Credits | 36 |
Additional Requirements: 1) Participation in NEC Chorus and/or Chamber Singers (CHOR 510 and/or CHOR 520) for four semesters | |
| Wind Ensemble Conducting - Master of Music | credits |
|---|---|
| Studio WNDEN 500 | 16 |
| Conducting WNDEN 503-504, 507T, 551, 567-568, 667-668 | 16 |
| Theoretical Studies | 2 |
| Musicology | 2 |
| Total Credits | 36 |
Additional Requirements: 1) Undergraduate courses in solfège (zero credit, non-degree) may be required for students who fail the advanced sight-singing and harmonic dictation exam given during orientation2) Attendance at all rehearsals and concerts of the NEC Wind Ensemble and other organizations as specified by the department chair 3) Comprehensive Exam (WNDEN 693) 4) Recital in second year (WNDEN 699) | |
2011-08-08
GEORGE GERSHWIN