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Music Performance with an Emphasis in Orchestral Instruments (MM)
Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts | Department of Music
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Master of Music in Performance with an Emphasis in Orchestral Instruments — In Person
Average Time to Complete Degree: 2 years
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Musicians who want to pursue a career as an orchestral performer will find ample opportunities
to practice and display their skills with a Master of Music in Performance with an
Emphasis in Orchestral Instruments from ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç.
Our curriculum is designed to create challenging and engaging instruction focused
on improving and broadening the skills of the individual as a musician and orchestra
member. Students will work with our highly trained and experienced faculty in creating
a personalized study plan, tailored to their individual interests and career goals.
As a student in ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç’s Master of Music program, you will be taught skills needed
to perform and engage with music that meets your needs and interests. A special emphasis
will be taken to ensure students can interact with various music genres and cultural
backgrounds with consideration to theoretical, historical and aesthetic frameworks.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will have the tools, skills and practical
experience to apply their knowledge to their future study and interpretation of music
throughout their lives.
Choose ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç for your Master of Music in Performance with an Emphasis in Orchestral
Instruments
World-Renowned Faculty
ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç's music faculty includes experienced and dedicated performers with
the professional background to teach and guide students in their desired emphasis.
Performance Opportunities
At ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç, you will find a variety of opportunities to perform in solo and orchestra
groups, as well as showcase your skills in composing. You’ll have access to world-class
performances from faculty, peers and professional groups.
Music and Arts-Focused Community
St. Louis is home to a variety of new and longstanding fine arts institutions that
regularly host performances, events and exhibits. You’ll find a network of talented
and experienced musicians and opportunities to attend performances by organizations
like the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.
Graduate Scholarships
When you study as a graduate student in the Department of Music, you will have access
to merit-based scholarships, such as the Buder Foundation Scholarship, which is available
to graduate students after their first year. For more information, interested applicants
should contact the chair of the Department of Music, Carla Colletti, PhD. Scholarship applications are due by April 1.
Top-Ranked University
ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç is a full member of the and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation
ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç Holds Longtime NASM Membership
ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
An important marker of standing among music programs in the U.S., NASM establishes
national standards for undergraduate and graduate degrees and other credentials for
music and music-related disciplines.
70+
Years as Member of NASM
Explore the Program
Master of Music in Performance
Find out more about the overall master’s degree curriculum, audition information,
learning outcomes and more.
What Can You Do with a Master’s in Orchestral Instruments?
ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç students who graduate with a Master of Music in Performance with an Emphasis
in Orchestral Instruments will develop skills, like teamwork, improvisation and discipline
that will position you for a variety of roles, such as:
Music Director
Composer
Music Teacher
Solo Entertainer
Orchestra Member
Career Outlook for Orchestral Musicians
Jobs in the music field, especially those related to performance and composition,
are expected to grow over the next decade. A graduate music degree can give you a
career boost as a music educator, performer or composer.
Salaries for Master’s in Music Graduates
According to , the median annual salary for Music Directors and Composers was $62,590 per year
in May 2023.