Master of Music with a concentration in Performance
The department's distinguished artist/teacher faculty has extensive credentials and professional experience in performance, music education, and other specialized areas of work in music. Graduate students receive individualized instruction in a full range of music course offerings including private study in voice, piano, organ, guitar, and all woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.
For more information, please see the Academic Catalog.
Specific dates for Admissions (Undergraduate Only), Financial Aid, Fee Payment, Registration, Start/End of Term Dates, Final Exams, etc. are available in THE SCOOP.
Specific Graduate Admissions Deadlines are available via the Graduate School
This program is intended for those individuals who seek advanced training in music performance and/or wish to pursue doctoral study and seek teaching positions in higher education.
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Program Location
Carrollton Campus
Method of Delivery
Courses are mostly face-to-face. One required class is offered online during the summer semester.
Accreditation
The University of West Georgia is accredited by The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
This program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
Credit and transfer
Total semester hours required: 30
Maximum Hours Transferable into program: 6
A transfer credit evaluation will be completed by the 在线博彩 Transfer Team (transfer@yuandianwan.com). Course application to a program is subject to review by the department.
Graduate students may be able to reduce their cost through prior learning, previous degrees earned at 在线博彩, or transfer credits. We have created a tool to help students estimate their tuition costs.
This program may be earned entirely face-to-face. However, depending on the courses chosen, a student may choose to take some partially or fully online courses.
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Details
- Total tuition costs and fees may vary, depending on the instructional method of the courses in which the student chooses to enroll.
- The more courses a student takes in a single term, the more they will typically save in fees and total cost.
- Face-to-face or partially online courses are charged at the general tuition rate and all mandatory campus fees, based on the student's residency (non-residents are charged at a higher rate).
- Fully or entirely online course tuition rates and fees my vary depending on the program. Students enrolled in exclusively online courses do not pay non-Resident rates.
- Together this means that GA residents pay about the same if they take all face-to-face or partially online courses as they do if they take only fully online courses exclusively; while non-residents save money by taking fully online courses.
- One word of caution: If a student takes a combination of face-to-face and online courses in a single term, he/she will pay both all mandatory campus fees and the higher eTuition rate.
- For cost information, as well as payment deadlines, see the Student Accounts and Billing Services website
There are a variety of financial assistance options for students, including scholarships and work study programs. Visit the Office of Financial Aid's website for more information.
Coursework
Electives include studies in music history/literature, music theory, analysis, composition, music technology, music education, performance, pedagogy, and thesis. Up to nine credit hours may be taken in MUSC 6999: Thesis in Music.
General
The study and performance of wind band literature from original, transcribed, contemporary, and diverse cultural sources. Includes on-campus and sometimes off-campus performances. Open by audition to music-major and non-music-major students. Course is repeatable for up to 4 credits.
The study and performance of wind band literature from original, transcribed, contemporary, and diverse cultural sources. Includes on-campus and sometimes off-campus performances. Open to music-major and non-music-major students. Course is repeatable for up to 4 credits.
The study and performance of musical and visual programs for marching band. Includes the presentation of performances for home football games and for selected out-of-town games and exhibitions. Preseason band camp required. Open to music-major and non-music-major students. Course is repeatable for up to 2 credits.
The study and performance of literature composed for chamber wind and wind/percussion ensembles from original transcribed contemporary, and diverse cultural sources. Includes on-campus and off-campus performances. Open by audition to music-major and non-music-major students. Course is repeatable for up to 4 credits.
The study and performance of choral literature from traditional, contemporary and diverse cultural sources. Includes on-campus and sometimes off-campus performances. Open to music-major and non-music-major students. Course is repeatable for up to 4 credits.
The study and performance of literature composed for vocal chamber ensembles from traditional, contemporary and diverse cultural sources. Includes on-campus and sometimes off- campus performances. Open by audition to music-major and non-music-major students. Course is repeatable for up to 4 credits.
The study of performance of operatic literature from traditional, contemporary and diverse cultural sources. Includes on-campus and sometimes off-campus performances. Open by audition to music-major and non-music-major students. Course is repeatable for up to 4 credits.
A study of research materials, methods, procedures, and designs in music and music education, including research and data analysis techniques and the application of findings. Students have the opportunity to examine research topics that exploit their professional interests and goals. Includes a research project component.
Philosophical and historical foundations of music education with concentration on trends, influences, developments, personalities, and materials in school music teaching in the United States.
Philosophies, theories, principles, and concepts of learning and their implications for the teaching and learning processes in music education. The current status of learning theory as applied to music education will be evaluated.
Focus on important and timely topic in music education. May be repeated once witha change of subject matter. The student will: 1. Research a current trend in music education policy or practice. 2. Prepare a plan of action utilizing the research of the selected topic appropriate to the music education classroom. 3. Collaborate with peers to evaluate potential for effective practice in today s classroom.
In-depth study of selected topics in music history and literature ranging from studies on specific style periods to studies of individual composers or genres.
In-depth study of musical elements (eg: pitch, duration, texture, timbre, form, and intensity) and their interaction with works of all styles. Includes visual and aural analytical studies on the music of various composers.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Repertory studied is from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two or three credit hours of credit--one 25 minute lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Repertory is from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit--one 25 minute lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of artistic performances. Repertory studied is from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit--one 25
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Repertory studied from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit-- one 25 minute per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Repertory studied is from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit--one 25-minute lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic, and aesthetic elements of performance. Repertory studied is from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit--one 25 minute lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies from the standard literature. Repertory studied is from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two, or three hours of credit--one 25-minute lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charger per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic, aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Repertory studied is from the standard literature. Courses repeatable for one, two or three hours credit--one 25-minute lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Repertory studied is from the standard literature. Courses repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit--one 25-minute lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Repertory studied is from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit--25-minute-lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons are in studies of technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Repertory studied from the standard literature. All courses repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit--one 25-minute lesson lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Repertory studied from the standard literature. All courses repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit--one 25-minute lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic & aesthetic elements of performance. Repertory studied is from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit--one 25 minute lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Repertory studied is from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit--one 25 minute lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Repertory is from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit--one 25-minute lesson per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for music majors no the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Private lessons for music majors on the principal instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Repertory studies is from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two or three hours of credit--one 25 minute lesson per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Private lessons for graduate music majors on a secondary instrument or voice. Lessons include studies in technical, stylistic, and aesthetic elements of artistic performance. Repertory studied is from the standard literature. All courses are repeatable for one, two, or three hours of credit - one 25-minute lesson per week per credit hour. An applied music fee is charged per credit hour enrolled.
Development, preparation, and completion of a thesis document. It is expected that the manuscript will demonstrate high standards of scholarship. Once the topic has been chosen, a formal proposal is prepared. The proposal, when fully developed, must be approved by the candidate's thesis committee. During the research and writing of the thesis document, the candidate is advised to consult regularly with the major professor and the other members of the thesis committee. Following approval of the committee, the document must be defended orally.
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Guidelines for Admittance
- All graduate applicants must complete the online Grad Application. A one-time application fee of $40 is required.
- Applicants should also review the Graduate Studies Website for individual program specific requirements and tasks that must be completed prior to admission. See Graduate Studies Application Process.
- International applicants are subject to additional requirements and application deadlines. See Procedures for International Students.
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended are required and should be sent directly to the 在线博彩 Graduate Admissions Office.
Program Specific Admittance Guidelines
Departmental Admission Requirements
- Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree in Music or the equivalent.
- An undergraduate GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- One statement of recommendation from an individual who can address the applicant’s academic, personal, and professional suitability for graduate-level work in Music Performance.
- All persons who seek departmental admission to a Master of Music degree program must successfully complete the Music Graduate Diagnostic Exam. In addition, all applicants for the Master of Music in Performance must successfully complete the Music Graduate Diagnostic Exam. Please see below.
Any graduate courses completed prior to Regular Admission may apply to a Master of Music degree program after a student has successfully met all departmental admission requirements.
Music Graduate Diagnostic Exam
The Music Graduate Diagnostic Exam in music history and music theory is administered to determine whether the applicant meets competency standards for graduate study in music. Competencies are evaluated in:
- Music History
- Musical Styles (aural identification)
- Music Theory/Analysis
- Aural Skills
The exam is taken at an approved, proctored testing site, either on the West Georgia campus or at a remote location. Testing fees are the responsibility of the candidate. A minimum score of 60% correct response on each section of the examination is required for passage. It may be taken a maximum of three times.
Vocal Principals seeking the Master of Music degree in Performance are required to write an English translation of one short poem from song texts written in the original French, German, or Italian language. A text in one of the three languages must be translated. The applicant may use a hard copy foreign-language dictionary when taking the examination.
Graduate Applied Performance Evaluation
An Applied Performance Evaluation is administered to determine if the applicant meets minimum performance standards for admission to the Master of Music in Performance program. Minimum standards are evaluated through the applicant's presentation of a 20-30-minute entrance recital for the faculty, prior to the first term of enrollment. Applicants must provide their own accompanists.
Application Deadlines
Specific Graduate Admissions Deadlines are available via the Graduate School
* Application, app fee, and document deadline
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Admission Process Checklist
The Graduate Studies Application Process checklist is available here
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在线博彩 Graduate Admissions
Mandeville Hall
1601 Maple Street
Carrollton, GA 30118
Department of Music
Dr. Elizabeth Kramer
ekramer@yuandianwan.com
- Demonstrate professional competence in performance, interpretation, and evaluation of knowledge and scholarly competence in the organization, interpretation, understanding, and evaluation of knowledge in music and music pedagogy.
- Demonstrate an advanced level of musical and pedagogical knowledge and understandings, and of performance abilities.
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct music research and to use appropriate research methods.