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Curriculum Details

The Master of Music in Orchestral Conducting program requirements encompass advanced studies essential to a conductor’s expertise, including technical proficiency, interpretative skills, and leadership in orchestral performance. Additionally, the curriculum includes comprehensive research components and extensive practical experience, ensuring a well-rounded education in orchestral conducting.

Core Requirements (46 cr)
Core Requirements (46 cr)
Code Course Title Cr New Prerequisite(s)
CND521R Graduate Conducting I 8 Y None
CND621R Graduate Conducting II 8 Y CND521R
CND520R Conductor’s Orchestra I 4 Y None
CND620R Conductor’s Orchestra II 4 Y CND520R
CND541 Orchestral Music I (Baroque to Classical) 2 Y None
CND542 Orchestral Music II (Classical to Romantic) 2 Y None
CND511 Score Reading 2 Y None
CND512 Score Analysis 2 Y None
CND643A Graduate Orchestration A 2 Y None
CND643B Graduate Orchestration B 2 Y CND643A
CND551R Conducting Practicum 4 Y None
CND550R Jury 0 N None
MUS513 Analysis of Great Works of Chinese Music 3 N None
MUS661 Seminar in Cross-Cultural Music 3 N None
CND601 Conductor’s Forum 0 Y None
CND651 Graduate Recital 0 Y
Electives (6 cr)
Electives (6 cr)
Code Course Title Cr New Prerequisite(s)
CND555 Graduate Practicum 3
MUS671 Graduate Internship 1–4
Any course above 400 level
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