Music

Overview

About the program

We endeavor

• To teach performance, education, therapy, composition, theory, and musicology passionately and creatively, helping our students prepare for the future as outstanding practitioners of their disciplines.
• To perform, compose, and speak about music with artistry and intelligence as we foster its greater appreciation and understanding on our campus and throughout the region.
• To engage our community, state, nation, and world in every manner possible as a leading comprehensive music school.

We hold that

• Music serves as a powerful constant, enriching and enlightening all societies.
• Excellence in musical study helps prepare students for creative, collaborative work in many disciplines.
• Close interaction with dedicated, inspiring teachers sets students on the path to success.

• All programs at the state’s flagship university must strive for excellence and diversity, serving as a beacon for knowledge and multicultural awareness in an age of technological change and global interconnectedness.

The Master of Music (MM) degree at University of Kansas requires a minimum of 30 credits and is designed to further the student’s knowledge, practice and experience in the following areas of study:

• Performance instruments: flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba, percussion, violin, viola, cello, double bass, opera, voice, organ, piano, carillon, and harp
• Church Music with choral or organ emphasis
• Conducting: Choral, Orchestral, Wind
• Music Composition
• Musicology
• Music Theory

Students will be studying with faculty members who are nationally and internationally recognized in their fields and their instruments. Courses in Music Theory and Musicology are part of the in depth exploration of advanced music as are private instruction, ensemble  and chamber music opportunities, and either a final performance recital or thesis.

With this degree, students can go on to pursue doctoral studies in music, establish private studios, audition for music ensembles, or create their own challenges in music or music-related endeavors.