Music PerformanceNorth America

338 Master's degrees in Music Performance in North America

The University of Maine3,9(14)

Orono, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Music Performance

The Music Division from The University of Maine offers graduate studies leading to the Master of Music Performance (including concentrations in advanced conducting) and performance. Individualized curriculum possibilities are designed to meet student interests and needs while offering a balanced program of academic and professional courses.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$31,446/yr

Southern Methodist University4,5(6)

Dallas, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Performance - Piano Performance and Pedagogy

The Performance - Piano Performance and Pedagogy programme at Southern Methodist University is a distinguished Master of Music degree. This intensive full-time course focuses on advanced teacher training and musical excellence, offering students a unique teaching internship within a world-class creative organisation.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$57,600/yr

Northern Arizona University4,4(26)

Flagstaff, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Music - Vocal Performance

The Music - Vocal Performance programme at Northern Arizona University is a full-time undergraduate degree designed for aspiring singers. Students develop their unique voice through expert faculty mentorship and extensive stage experience. This comprehensive programme combines rigorous vocal training with diverse performance opportunities.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$32,190/yr

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign4,3(17)

Urbana, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Performance and Literature

The School of Music has been an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music since 1933. We offer a master degree in Performance and Literature at University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$32,416/yr

Temple University4,2(71)

Philadelphia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Piano Performance Collaborative Piano and Chamber Music

Increase your musical achievements and gain proficiency in piano with the Master of Music in Piano Performance Collaborative Piano and Chamber Music at Temple University.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

3 years$26,432/yr

Temple University4,2(71)

Philadelphia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Piano Performance and Music Theory

Piano Performance and Music Theory at Temple University increases your music proficiency while studying current trends in music theory

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

$72,688/full

Louisiana State University4,2(19)

Baton Rouge, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Orchestral Studies

The Louisiana State University School of Music Orchestral Studies programme supports a wide array of orchestral activities including a full symphony, chamber orchestra, and opera orchestra.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$29,770/yr

University of Nevada, Reno4,1(13)

Reno, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Music Performance- Conducting

The Music Performance- Conducting program from University of Nevada, Reno in the School of the Arts allows students to pursue their primary musical interests and gain an education in the track.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$18,632/yr

University of Washington4,2(54)

Seattle, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

String Performance

At the University of Washington School of Music, they are committed to studying and performing the greatest music of all time and to pioneering new directions in creating the music of today. The String Performance programme is offered by University of Washington.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$33,171/yr

University of Idaho4,5(11)

Moscow, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Music - Choral Conducting

As a student in this Music - Choral Conducting program offered be the University of Idaho, you will receive rigorous instruction from a first-class faculty of accomplished soloists, chamber and orchestral musicians, conductors, composers and teachers. Areas of concentration include music education, performance, composition, accompanying, and piano pedagogy and performance studies.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$31,582/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Lynchburg, United States

Performance

The Performance program offered by Liberty University features rigorous musical training including one-on-one lessons and ensembles as well as literature and pedagogy.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$20,700/yr

University of Cincinnati4,3(19)

Cincinnati, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Music Performance - Percussion

CCM is a college within the University of Cincinnati, a major undergraduate university and graduate research institution of more than 40,000 students. The Music Performance - Percussion program is offered by University of Cincinnati.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$26,644/yr

University of Saint Thomas Saint Paul4,6(14)

Saint Paul, United States

Music Education - Instrumental

Students in the Music Education - Instrumental program from University of Saint Thomas Saint Paul gain the skills needed to become proficient in teaching young people to play brass, woodwind, string, and percussion instruments.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$24,718/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Lynchburg, United States

Music and Worship - Conducting

This Music and Worship - Conducting MA programme from the Liberty University allows you to analyze the historical differences in music literature and practice, from the Old Testament through the modern period. You will also learn how to apply various melodic concepts and music forms to contemporary worship, including jazz and extended harmonies, as you study advanced music theory.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$8,050/yr

The New School4,3(16)

New York City, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Performer-Composer

The Performer-Composer MM program offered at The New School is designed for musicians whose passion lies at the intersection of composition, performance, and improvisation.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year, 5 months$56,740/yr

Ohio University4,5(31)

Athens, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Music Performance - Voice

The M.M. Music Performance - Voice from Ohio University is designed for professionally oriented performers and studio and school music teachers who wish to pursue this curriculum as a terminal degree. It is also for those who wish to use it as a foundation for doctoral study.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$52,311/yr

University of North Florida4,3(9)

Jacksonville Beach, United States

Music Performance: Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion

The Music Performance: Jazz Studies program from University of North Florida brings a focused commitment to excellence and the artistic and intellectual preparation of music students.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$18,792/yr

University of Missouri - Kansas City4,4(7)

Kansas City, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Music Performance Orchestral

The Music Performance Orchestral programme at the University of Missouri - Kansas City is a comprehensive Master of Music degree. This postgraduate course focuses on high-level instrumental mastery and artistic expression. Students engage in intensive training to prepare for professional careers within elite orchestral environments.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$48,636/yr

Texas State University4,2(20)

San Marcos, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Music (Performance and Pedagogy Concentration)

The Music (Performance and Pedagogy Concentration) program from Texas State University prepares students to excel in the disciplines of music teaching, history, conducting, composition, theory, and performance.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$16,380/yr

Oakland University3,5(4)

Rochester Hills, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

World Percussion Performance

The World Percussion Performance at Oakland University is a 32-credit Master of Music degree. This full-time programme is designed for experienced percussionists to master global traditions through applied study and pedagogy. Students benefit from a comprehensive curriculum focused on musicianship and community engagement.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$22,428/yr