The Master of Music (M.M.) program provides intensive experiences in performance, conducting, or composition as well as courses geared to enhance the student’s knowledge and understanding of the literature of their area of concentration, and a greater understanding of music in general. The Master of Music program at Rowan University is for the aspiring musician who wishes to make a career as a jazz musician, classical performer, conductor, or composer or will continue their studies at the Ph.D. or M.A. level. Graduates of Rowan’s M.M. program have gone on to major doctoral programs, performing careers, arts leadership positions, and careers as college professors and public school teachers. The M.M. at Rowan University is designed to be four semesters long, but can be completed in two or three semesters - depending on number of hours taken/semester and the course rotation schedule.
Admissions
A performance audition or portfolio review is required for admission to the Master of Music program. Audition requirements for each instrument or area of concentration can be found at https://cpa.rowan.edu/prospective-students/graduate/graduate-music-audition-requirements.html.
An appointment for audition will be scheduled once the candidate’s application is complete. The auditions are scheduled on an individual basis according to the following procedures:
- Vocal, Instrument: This audition can be taken during the academic year (September through April) by appointment.
- Conducting: If a candidate is invited to Phase 2 of the audition process, this audition must be scheduled during the academic year (October through April).
- Composition: The composition portfolio and accompanying materials can be submitted year round.
Concentrations
The Master of Music program offers the degree with three concentrations as detailed below:
Notes:
- Students will officially declare their concentration at the time of application during the audition.
- Concentration requirements may only be modified by permission of the program coordinator.
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