Overview

The Instrumental Performance - Strings Studio at Florida International University (FIU) is a comprehensive master level programme designed to cultivate the next generation of elite performers and music educators. Students benefit from a rigorous curriculum that emphasises technical mastery and artistic expression across a diverse range of musical literature. By integrating high-level practical training with academic depth, the programme ensures that graduates are prepared for the complexities of the modern professional music landscape.

Why Instrumental Performance - Strings Studio at Florida International University (FIU)?

Students at the Herbert and Nicole Wertheim School of Music & Performing Arts study under a distinguished artist-faculty, gaining exposure to solo, chamber, and orchestral repertoires. A primary highlight is the thriving chamber music programme directed by the Amernet String Quartet, FIU’s Ensemble-in-Residence and Banff Award winners. This partnership provides students with exceptional performance opportunities both on and off campus. Furthermore, the FIU Symphony Orchestra, led by Maestro Javier Jose Mendoza, allows performers to explore works ranging from the Baroque era to contemporary compositions.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 9507 per semester
National fee: USD 9507 per semester
Local fee: USD 4101 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on advanced performance techniques and ensemble participation. Modules may include:

Instrumental Performance
Chamber Music
Symphony Orchestra
Solo Literature
Orchestral Excerpts
Music Theory
Music History

Careers with Instrumental Performance - Strings Studio

Graduates of this programme are equipped to pursue diverse professional pathways within the global music industry. Many alumni have successfully established themselves as internationally recognised chamber musicians and soloists. Others have secured positions as orchestral players in professional ensembles or have taken on leadership roles as directors of performing arts organisations. The programme also prepares students for influential careers in music education and private studio teaching, ensuring a lasting impact on the future of the arts.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Strings

Orchestra or Guitar Ensemble

Chamber Music Elective

Master’s Recital

Analytical Techniques

Symphonic Literature

Guitar Literature

Special Topics in Music History

Music Bibliography

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00

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More details

The application deadline is two weeks before each audition (except for the February date).

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Miami, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the following:

A repertoire list
A brief biography
A video of at least five minutes in length demonstrating your playing in contrasting styles/works.

Audition repertoire for violin, viola, cello, harp and double bass:

One movement of any solo work by Bach
One movement of a standard concerto or concert piece
Scales and arpeggios in three octaves

Audition repertoire for contrabass:

Prepare scales and arpeggios in three octaves and a work on the level of the Eccles sonata, the Dragonetti concerto, the Hindemith sonata, or the Koussevitzky concerto. In addition, applicants may be required to play and/or sight read orchestral excerpts to demonstrate knowledge of standard orchestral repertoire.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19014 USD / year

≈ 19014 USD / year
Out-of-State

19014 USD / year

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In-State

8202 USD / year

≈ 8202 USD / year

Living costs

Miami

United States

1508 - 2603 USD / month

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