String Pedagogy

Overview

The String Pedagogy graduate program at Temple University focuses on the methods critical to helping your future students master stringed instruments. You’ll develop expertise in your instrument of choice through a curriculum focused on the study and practice of the teaching of stringed instruments, private lessons and ensemble opportunities. Become a private music instructor, or prepare for doctoral-level individual research and performance studies. The String Pedagogy MM curriculum is tailored for study of the bass, cello, harp, viola and violin.

• participate in university ensembles;

• study orchestral conducting techniques; and

• utilize the primary research tools used in music studies.

String Pedagogy MM students take a blend of music education, performance and theory courses. The curriculum is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, and through it you’ll:

Some students may have opportunities to teach undergraduate students who study stringed instruments. Coursework can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis, and all classes take place at Temple’s Main Campus. In addition to the required curriculum, all students complete a final project that comprises a lecture or recital, method book, research paper, or teaching demonstration.

Future Career

With a String Pedagogy MM you have the opportunity to deepen your skills as a musician, in addition to learning how to effectively teach others, opening doors for an array of music education careers. Potential career opportunities include some of the following positions.

• College music professor
• Music director
• Orchestra teacher
• Private strings instructor