Mary Pappert School of Music

Master of Music: Major in Vocal Performance

With master teachers, many of whom are renowned performers, graduate students take applied music studies in keyboard, guitar, orchestral instruments and voice. Students perform in a variety of ensembles which rank among the finest in the country by virtue of the quality of concerts, recordings, broadcasts, tours and repertoire.

Admission Requirements

1. Applicants must meet the admission requirements as stated in the Graduate Admissions and Policies publication.

2. An audition is required for admission to this program. Auditions are scheduled at specific times throughout the year and may be scheduled by emailing the Director of Music Admissions,  Troy Centofanto. The applicant should prepare four pieces: one in Italian, German, French, and English. At least one selection must be an operatic aria from the standard repertoire.  The applicant will also be expected to sight-read.  DVDs, CDs and YouTube links may be submitted for preliminary review, although applicants should expect to audition at the University before a faculty panel.

Sample Curriculum

Secondary Concentration

In order to allow for greater curricular flexibility and to tailor graduate study to the professional needs and objectives of the individual student, all degree programs include the option of a secondary concentration which complements the major. Normally, about one-third of each curriculum is devoted to elective courses. The choice of elective courses within the same specific area comprises the secondary concentration. Several possible secondary concentrations are available including music education, jazz studies, theory, music technology, conducting and sacred music. The specific courses which comprise the secondary concentration are determined by the appropriate faculty and the student in consultation with the student's primary advisor.