Program of Study for the Master of Music in Performance

Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; complete application to the Graduate School ; successful audition before appropriate music faculty; proficiency in music performance.

Students applying to the Master of Music in Performance degree must complete an audition, submit a resume, and provide a list of all repertoire studied. Students entering the concentration in voice performance (MUS_588V) must demonstrate proficiency or prove by academic transcript: Survey of Song Literature, Opera History and Literature, Vocal Pedagogy, piano proficiency, and one year of study of French and German, undergraduate diction, and Alexander Technique. Students not demonstrating proficiency in these subjects may be required to take appropriate courses.

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the criteria for admission to the Graduate School . Meeting this condition does not guarantee admission.

Location: Boone Campus

Accelerated Master’s Program

This program offers an Accelerated Master’s  option for undergraduate students with a 3.2 or higher currently enrolled at Appalachian State University.

Course Requirements for the Master of Music in Performance

Concentration Requirements (9 Hours)

Semester hours required for the degree (minimum 33):

• MUS 5022 - Applied Area Pedagogy (2-3) (2)
• MUS 5100 - Performance Ensemble (1) (1+1+1+1=4)
• 3 hours of music electives chosen in consultation with an advisor

Other Requirements for the MM in Music Performance

• Thesis: Optional for Composition Concentration.
• Proficiency: Students entering the concentration in voice performance (588V) must demonstrate proficiency or prove by academic transcript: Survey of Song Literature, Opera History and Literature, Vocal Pedagogy, piano proficiency, and one year of study of French and German, undergraduate diction, and Alexander Technique.
• Candidacy: Required; see the program director for specific timeline and requirements for admission to candidacy
• Comprehensive: Written and oral examinations will be given.
• Product of Learning: None required