Master of music in performance
HEGIS code 1004.10
NYS SED program code 88183

The 30-credit master of music degree in composition is the degree for a composer who seeks advanced study in composition. A key feature is weekly private composition lessons (for four semesters) with a member of our internationally acclaimed faculty. Residencies are available within the Conservatory's numerous ensembles and the orchestra, and a broad range of compositional styles is encouraged. Two concerts per semester exclusively feature the work of Conservatory students. Students also complete a minimum of three seminars in style criticism, music history, and music theory.

Program/Department Advisors

Advisor Name Title Phone Location Email Office Hours Jensen-Moulton, Stephanie Graduate Deputy 718-951-5286/7 423 Whitehead Hall sjensenmoulton brooklyn.cuny.edu call/email for appointment

Building codes:    A-Whitehead;   B-Boylan;   J-James;   N-Ingersoll;   NE-Ingersoll Extension;   R-Roosevelt;   RE-Roosevelt Extension;   WEB - West End Building

Separate programs are offered in composition and in performance, each of which leads to the master of music degree.

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Matriculation requirements
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Applicants for either program must offer at least 36 credits in music courses including courses in analysis, counterpoint, harmony, and history.

Consideration is given to applicants who do not meet course requirements but have unusual talent or experience equivalent to course work. Such applicants should consult the assistant director.

A placement examination is given to all applicants for admission. The test includes writing skills (harmonic and contrapuntal techniques), analysis, history, and literature. Further information about the examination may be obtained from the assistant director.

Applicants for the program in composition must submit a completed composition or compositions, which should be sent to the assistant director at the time of application.

Applicants for the program in performance must pass an audition at the time of application. A request for an audition appointment may be made by telephone to the conservatory office.

General matriculation and admission requirements of the Division of Graduate Studies are in the section "Admission."

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Degree requirements
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Thirty credits are required for the master of music degree either in composition or performance.

Before completing 12 credits, students must pass a test given by the conservatory in French, German, or another language approved by the assistant director. Students who completed their bachelor's degree using a modern language other than English may be exempted from this language examination by the assistant director.

Students must pass a comprehensive examination. Information about requirements for the comprehensive examination is in the section "Academic Regulations and Procedures." Courses in the conservatory offered toward the degree must be 700-level courses. The program of study must be approved by the conservatory.

Students must also complete requirements for the program in composition or in performance as follows. Any remaining credits required for the degree must be in courses chosen in consultation with the assistant director.

Composition (22 credits): Music U732.1X, U732.2X, U732.3X, U740G; one course chosen from Music U760.1G-U760.6G, U763.1G, U765X, U765.1X, 786X; one course chosen from Music U763.2G, U764.1X, U764.2X, U764.3X; one course chosen from Music 770X through 778X; and Music U794G. Students must submit a master's composition project.

Performance (25 credits): Music U740G; one course chosen from Music U760.1G-U760.6G, U763.1G, U765X, U765.1X, 786X; one course chosen from Music U763.2G, U764.1X, U764.2X; four courses chosen from Music 770X through 778X; and Music 779.1X, 779.2X, 779.3X, U795G. Students must perform a master's recital.

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Recommendation
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Composition majors interested in electronic music who take Music U732X should also consider taking Music U737.1G and U737.2G.

Music majors aiming toward professional careers as performers are strongly urged to take additional ensembles each semester, including at least two terms of Music 774.1X, 774.2X, 774.3X, 774.5X or 778X (i.e., Contemporary Music Ensemble, Brass Ensemble,Woodwind Chamber Music, Small Jazz Ensemble, or Jazz Ensemble).

Performance faculty
Brass
Bonvissuto, Hedwig, Howard, M. Powell, Rojas.
Brooklyn College Chorus
Babcock
Chamber Chorus
Babcock
Conducting
Babcock, Barrett, León.
Contemporary Music Ensemble
León, Oppens.
Guitar
Frandsen.
Harp
Cutler.
Opera Theater
Barrett.
Orchestra
Rothman.
Percussion Ensemble
Cassara.
Piano/Organ/Accompaniment
Biegel, Diez, Eguchi, Kaminski, Kent, Oppens, Rogers, Shin.
Strings
Chai, Feldman, Gallagher, Hirsh, Kawasaki, Panteleyev, Reichert, Salas,Tanaka, Zlotkin.
Timpani and percussion
Cassara.
Voice
Alexander, Barrett, Birnbaum, Bonazzi, Cultice, Dunn, Gubrud, Harte, Makarina, McCaffrey, Schnaible,Woodruff.
Wind Ensemble
Moss.
Woodwinds
Begelman, P. Cohen, Ellis, Goldberg, Hindell, Jones, Lucarelli, Neidich, Shelden, Jane Taylor,Washington,Weber.