1.0k Master's in Music in North America

Build a superior foundation for doctoral studies or secondary teaching with the Music - History and Literature program from University of Northern Colorado.

The Music programme at the University of Regina offers a comprehensive master level education for aspiring artists. This public study mode course provides an academically nurturing environment for creative growth. Students benefit from expert mentorship and professional skills development within a research-intensive institution.

Organ from University of North Carolina School of the Arts is a small, intimate program where you can pursue your passion for music while being prepared with a breadth of skills for a life as a professional musician – on the stage, in the church and beyond. 

The Composition program of University of Rochester equips students with a thorough knowledge of all contemporary forms of musical expression and the ability to present their personal style in each of them.

As a students at Strings - Double Bass from University of North Carolina School of the Arts you will be part of a vibrant school of artists and musicians committed to the long-term development and mastery of your instrument. 

Vocal Arts - Classical Voice from Manhattan School of Music refine their techniques, develop their artistry, and become highly-skilled performers.

The Jazz Studies 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.

The Music and Worship programme at Lee University is a comprehensive Bachelor of Music degree designed for aspiring ministry leaders. This full-time course equips students with essential performance skills and theological foundations. Over four years, learners prepare for creative roles within traditional and modern church settings.

The Pedagogy of Music Theory from University of Rochester is intended either for theory majors who wish to focus on a teaching career (with emphasis in pedagogy, aural skills, composition, and cognition) or other graduate students who may wish to graduate with a double major in Performance and Literature (MM or DMA) and Theory.

The M.A. in Music Business at New York University is a comprehensive 42–45 credit programme designed for future industry leaders. Available in full-time and part-time study modes, this public course integrates business theory with artistic practice, offering expert training in global markets and music technology.

The M.Mus. in Opera at the University of British Columbia is a full-time, public programme delivered in person over a standard two-year residency. This advanced degree focuses on professional performance standards, preparing gifted singers for international stages through intensive coursework and a final operatic production.

The M.Mus. in Composition at the University of British Columbia is a two-year, full-time programme designed for talented composers. This public course focuses on original creative work and advanced musical productivity. Students develop a professional portfolio through intensive coursework and a final thesis performance.

The Music Education - Piano Pedagogy degree at University of Saint Thomas Saint Paul features a broad range of theoretical courses balanced by requirements that apply to piano teachers' work with students of all ages and abilities.

The Voice programme at the University of British Columbia is a full-time Master of Music degree delivered in person at the Vancouver campus. This two-year residency focuses on advanced vocal performance and productivity, preparing students for professional careers or doctoral study through intensive training and recitals.

The M.Sc. in Music Theory and Composition - Screen Scoring at New York University offers intensive professional training for aspiring media composers. This 39-credit programme, available in full-time and part-time modes, focuses on music production, orchestration, and scoring for film, television, and video games.

At the University of Washington School of Music, they are committed to studying and performing the greatest music of all time and to pioneering new directions in creating the music of today. The Percussion Performance programme is offered by University of Washington.

The Community Music degree at the University of Southern California is for musicians with a commitment to developing the necessary skills and best understandings of music teaching and learning in community settings.

The creation and consumption of music is changing radically, and new business models and an ever-evolving tech industry have remade the music profession. Apply to the Music Industry MSc program offered at University of Southern California.

The Master of Music in Music Education degree program from University of Central Arkansas provides advanced study of music teaching in elementary and secondary schools and professional preparation for those who already possess initial certification.  

The Wells School of Music at the West Chester University offers a wide spectrum of degree opportunities for anyone wishing to expand their careers.