The Master of Music (M.Mus.) program at Memorial University's School of Music offers advanced studies in Performance, Performance/Pedagogy, and Conducting (choral, instrumental, or combined). As the largest music school in Atlantic Canada, it provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip contemporary musicians with essential career and life skills.
Program Highlights:
Experiential Opportunities: Graduate students engage in teaching, community outreach, entrepreneurial endeavors, and arts advocacy projects, enhancing their practical experience alongside academic learning.
Diverse Concentrations: The program offers concentrations in various instruments and disciplines, including voice, piano, guitar, strings (violin, viola, cello), woodwinds (flute, clarinet, saxophone, oboe), and brass (trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba).
Professional Development: Courses such as Career Skills for Musicians and Music Pedagogy prepare students for versatile roles in today's dynamic musical landscape.
Program Structure:
Duration: Typically completed over two years of full-time study.
Credit Hours: A minimum of 31 credit hours is required, encompassing core courses, electives, and practical components.
Core Courses:
Practical Components: Includes principal applied study, ensemble participation, and internships, tailored to the chosen concentration.
Admission Requirements:
Academic Credentials: A Bachelor's degree in Music (minimum second class) from a recognized institution.
Audition: A successful performance audition in the applicant’s principal area of applied study.
Application Deadline: January 15, for Fall same year intake.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates pursue diverse careers, including performers, educators, conductors, arts administrators, and entrepreneurs, equipped with the skills to navigate the evolving music industry.
For detailed information on the program, admission guidelines, and application procedures, please visit the Master of Music program page.