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Master Music in a Collaborative Community

At the Setnor School of Music, we prepare talented musicians and future music industry leaders through rigorous master's programs in conducting and performance. Our challenging curriculum and close-knit community support your artistry and collaborative growth, giving you the foundation to excel.

Why compete with doctoral students when you could have the spotlight? Setnor's master's programs offer what ambitious musicians need most:

Individualized mentorship tailored to your artistic goals
Abundant performance opportunities, including Carnegie Hall
Extensive podium time for conductors
Internal grants to fuel your creative research

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Graduate Programs

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Master of Music (M.M.)

Conducting

This program is highly focused, allowing you generous podium time with outstanding ensembles, creative collaboration in coaching and opportunities for off-campus collaboration. The degree offers three areas of specialty: choral, orchestral and winds, with individual attention from our conducting faculty being the highest priority.

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Master of Music (M.M.)

Performance

Build on your existing skill set to become a technically proficient and musically engaging performer ready to pursue a doctoral program or enter the professional music world. Personal attention from a supportive faculty within a collegial, friendly environment is a key component of this program.

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