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6 Master's degrees in Music Composition in Massachusetts, United States
Music Composition and Theory
The Music Composition and Theory department at Brandeis University offers three degree programs in composition and theory: M.A. (normally one year), M.F.A. (normally two years), and Ph.D. (normally two or more years following the completion of M.F.A. requirements).
Composition
The Master of Music in Composition program at Boston University provides opportunities to study composition and allied topics within the robust environment of a professional music school within a college of fine arts.
Brass and Percussion-Euphonium
The Department of Brass and Percussion-Euphonium at New England Conservatory of Music is world-renowned for training extraordinary musicians. Alumni of the department have achieved success as performers, educators, composers, and entrepreneurs in both music and non-music disciplines.
Composition
Berklee College of Music’s Composition master’s program offers experienced student composers the comprehensive training and live performance opportunities needed to continue the development of their individual voices and refine their composition styles.
Composition
Composition program at New England Conservatory of Music focuses on practice and performance, providing numerous opportunities for emerging composers to interact and collaborate with the world’s best young musicians. Master techniques and theory, exchange ideas with faculty and renowned guest artists, and discover your creative voice.
Jazz Studies- Concentration in Composition
New England Conservatory of Music has long been a pioneer in the education of jazz artists, having started the first fully accredited Jazz Studies- Concentration in Composition program at the conservatory level nearly 50 years ago. NEC’s community of alumni and faculty comprises some of today’s most influential jazz artists, including MacArthur Genius grant recipients and Grammy Award winners.