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