25 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Cello Performance and Suzuki Pedagogy program of Cleveland Institute of Music incorporates the elements of the Master of Music degree in Performance program, with coursework that develops advanced competencies in Shinichi Suzuki's pedagogical approach.

The Piano program of Cleveland Institute of Music is committed to nurturing each student, helping the student to grow and learn technically and artistically in an environment of camaraderie.

When you study in the Trombone or Bass Trombone program of Cleveland Institute of Music, you’re considered a young professional.

Did you know CIM was founded by a composer, Ernest Bloch? That means composition has been at our core ever since 1920. In the Composition program of Cleveland Institute of Music you'll build on that legacy to write sophisticated and meaningful music for the twenty-first century.

When pursuing the Double Bass program of Cleveland Institute of Music, students will study under Scott Dixon or Derek Zadinsky, members of The Cleveland Orchestra, and explore a blend of solo and orchestral bass playing.

As a student in the Collaborative Piano program of Cleveland Institute of Music, you’ll develop the ability to be a true musical partner with other musicians.

When you study in the Clarinet program of Cleveland Institute of Music, your playing will develop through weekly private lessons with practicing professionals.

When you study in the Oboe program of Cleveland Institute of Music, your playing will develop through weekly private lessons with practicing professionals.

When you study in the Classical Guitar program of Cleveland Institute of Music, you’ll be prepared to excel as a contemporary classical guitarist.

As a student in the Timpani and Percussion program of Cleveland Institute of Music, you'll enjoy an intensive performance environment focused on two symphony orchestras under the guidance of principals from The Cleveland Orchestra.

​When you study in the Viola program of Cleveland Institute of Music, you'll have a wealth of opportunities to develop your artistry.

When you study in the Organ program of Cleveland Institute of Music, your curriculum will emphasize performance and practical training in aspects of church music, choral studies and teaching.

When you study in the Bassoon program of Cleveland Institute of Music, your playing will develop through weekly private lessons with practicing professionals. Your private instruction focuses on performance not only for bassoon, but also opportunities to study contrabassoon.

When you study in the Harpsichord program of Cleveland Institute of Music, you’ll explore repertoire from the early Renaissance through today.

When you study in the Trumpet program of Cleveland Institute of Music, you are joining a select group of talented trumpeters and learning from distinguished faculty members who are also musicians with The Cleveland Orchestra.

When you study in the Violin program of Cleveland Institute of Music, you’ll be prepared to excel as a musician. It starts with your weekly private lessons with our world-class faculty.

When you study in the Orchestral Conducting program of Cleveland Institute of Music, you receive an intensive experience with high-quality ensembles composed of CIM’s student musicians.

When you study in the Tuba program of Cleveland Institute of Music, you’re considered a young professional. That means we’ll support and challenge you to reach your full artistic potential as a teacher and performer.

The Violin Performance and Suzuki Pedagogy program of Cleveland Institute of Music incorporates the elements of the Master of Music degree in Performance program, with coursework that develops advanced competencies in Shinichi Suzuki's pedagogical approach.

The Orchestral Conducting program is offered by Cleveland Institute of Music. At CIM, students are introduced to a rich curriculum and coached by renowned artists.