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24 Master's degrees in Music Performance in New York, United States

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University at Buffalo4,4(46)
Buffalo, New York, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Music Performance

The Music Performance programme at University at Buffalo is a full-time, in-person M.Sc. designed for elite musicians. Spanning 1.5 to 2 years, this 36-credit course focuses on contemporary creation and technical mastery. Students benefit from a public institution renowned for its experimental and collaborative atmosphere.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1½ year$25,740/yr
Purchase College SUNY5,0(1)
New York City, New York, United States

Voice and Opera Studies

Voice and Opera Studies programme of Purchase College SUNY is a highly selective and unique program in the Conservatory of Music, designed especially to train and mentor serious young singers in their pursuit of a career in professional classical singing and opera.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$24,030/yr
Houghton College4,3(8)
New York City, New York, United States

Performance

For those with a passion to further their God-given talents and hard-won accomplishment, the Master of Music degree in Performance from Houghton College offers the opportunity to develop musicianship and performance skills to a deeper level.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year$19,950/yr
New York University4,3(108)
New York City, New York, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Vocal Performance - Music Theatre and Vocal Pedagogy

The Vocal Performance - Music Theatre and Vocal Pedagogy M.Sc. at New York University is a comprehensive dual-degree programme. Delivered via a full-time or part-time study mode, it combines intensive musical theatre training with advanced pedagogical expertise to prepare students for professional stage and teaching careers.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year, 4 months$55,254/yr
The Juilliard School
New York City, New York, United States

Vocal Arts

The Vocal Arts degree program at The Juilliard School is an advanced course of study for musicians who hold the bachelor’s degree and who seek graduate musical training and classroom learning to prepare themselves more fully for careers as professional musicians.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$55,500/yr
Manhattan School of Music
New York City, New York, United States

Contemporary Performance

Contemporary Performance from Manhattan School of Music is an advanced graduate program at the forefront of contemporary classical music that prepares students to innovate as artists and entrepreneurs.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$58,000/yr
Purchase College SUNY5,0(1)
New York City, New York, United States

Jazz Studies

The Jazz Studies programme of Purchase College SUNY is a dynamic, intensive, professional training experience for the aspiring jazz performer.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$24,030/yr
Syracuse University3,9(14)
Syracuse, New York, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Performance

Students of this Performance programme from Syracuse University build on their existing skill set to become technically proficient and musically engaging performers ready to pursue doctoral programs or enter the professional music world.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year$36,270/yr
New York University4,3(108)
New York City, New York, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Piano Performance - Solo Piano

The Master of Music in Piano Performance - Solo Piano at New York University offers intensive conservatory-style training for aspiring artists. This 36-credit programme, available in both full-time and part-time study modes, focuses on developing elite technique and repertoire through private lessons and master classes.

M.Mus. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$55,254/yr
New York University4,3(108)
New York City, New York, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Vocal Performance - Music Theatre

The Vocal Performance - Music Theatre M.Sc. at New York University offers intensive training in voice, acting, and dance. This master’s programme, available in full-time and part-time study modes, focuses on professional performance excellence. Students benefit from private lessons and workshops led by industry experts.

M.Mus. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$55,254/yr
Houghton College4,3(8)
New York City, New York, United States

Collaborative Performance

Collaborative Performance majors at Houghton College are trained and talented instrumentalists whose true passion lies in the demanding, rewarding work of making music with others.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year$19,950/yr
Ithaca College4,1(7)
Ithaca, New York, United States

Performance

The Master of Music in Performance program is designed to cultivate advanced artistic, technical, and interpretive skills in students who demonstrate high potential as performing musicians.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$21,600/yr
Manhattan School of Music
New York City, New York, United States

Piano

Piano from Manhattan School of Music offers an in-depth study of the instrument's vast repertoire, emphasizing performance in all styles.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$58,000/yr
The City University of New York4,2(40)
New York City, New York, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Classical Performance

The Classical Performance programme at The City University of New York offers an intensive study environment for dedicated musicians. This comprehensive degree provides advanced training through a flexible study mode, ensuring students master their craft within a world-class urban academic centre over a standard duration.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$15,390/yr
Purchase College SUNY5,0(1)
New York City, New York, United States

Instrumental Performance

For the serious, developing musician, the Conservatory of Music in the School of the Arts at Purchase College offers a distinctive educational experience—an intensive education within the context of a lively supportive community: Instrumental Performance programme of Purchase College SUNY.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$24,030/yr
University of Rochester4,8(6)
Rochester, New York, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Performance and Literature

University of Rochester's Performance and Literature Master’s degrees with majors in composition and music education may be undertaken either within the division of graduate professional studies (the MM as described in this section) or within the division of graduate research studies (the Master of Arts). 

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year$64,500/yr
The New School4,2(15)
New York City, New York, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Performer-Composer

The Performer-Composer MM program offered at The New School is designed for musicians whose passion lies at the intersection of composition, performance, and improvisation.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year, 5 months$56,740/yr
New York University4,3(108)
New York City, New York, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Piano Performance - Collaborative Piano (Musical Theatre)

The Master of Music in Piano Performance - Collaborative Piano (Musical Theatre) at New York University is a 39-credit postgraduate programme. Available in full-time and part-time study modes, this public course focuses on musical theatre and vocal coaching, preparing versatile musicians for professional stage careers.

M.Mus. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$55,254/yr
The Juilliard School
New York City, New York, United States

Historical Performance

The Historical Performance degree program at The Juilliard School is an advanced course of study for musicians who hold the bachelor’s degree and who seek graduate musical training and classroom learning to prepare themselves more fully for careers as professional musicians.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$55,500/yr
Manhattan School of Music
New York City, New York, United States

Orchestral Performance

Orchestral Performance from Manhattan School of Music is an exceptional program that produces polished orchestral musicians of the highest artistic caliber, with successful careers as symphonic players.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$58,000/yr

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