This program consists of two years of full-time study in composition, instrumental performance, or vocal performance. Programs may include repertoire coaching, ensemble, chamber music, and coursework as related to the major. Audition standards are higher than those for the Master of Music program, though not as high as for the Artist Diploma. The minimum requirement for entry into this program is a bachelor's degree, undergraduate diploma, or the equivalent.
Students and their academic advisor design a four-semester program of study that is reviewed during registration periods. Students are encouraged to seek additional advice from their studio instructor and department chair.
Students who have graduated from NEC's master's degree program may petition to apply one year's work (12 credits maximum with grades of B or better) from the master's to the Graduate Diploma program. Students who have graduated from NEC's Graduate Diploma program and wish to enroll in NEC's master's degree program may petition to apply one year's work (16 credits maximum) from the Graduate Diploma to the master's program. Except in the case of Collaborative Piano, the second program may be completed in one year.
If the petition is approved, the promotional is waived; for vocal performance majors the one-year ensemble requirement for the second program is also waived.
The Financial Aid package is not guaranteed if the student chooses to complete the second degree in two years rather than one.
| Percussion - Graduate Diploma | credits |
|---|---|
| Studio | 16 |
| Electives* and Chamber Music | 8 |
| Total Credits | 24 |
| *Admission to Music Theory courses requires passing the Master's Music Theory Competency Examination (see Master's Examinations in History and Theory.) | |
Additional Requirements: 1) Participation in ensemble for four semesters (ORCH 510)2) Full recital at the end of the first year (PRCBR 598) 3) Full recital in second year (PRCBR 698) | |
2009-11-06
CHARLES IVES