17 Master's degrees in Music Performance in California, United States
Performance (Studio Guitar)
The University of Southern California is one of the world’s leading private research universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles, a global center for arts, technology and international business, USC’s diverse curricular offerings provide extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration with leading researchers in highly advanced learning environments. Apply to the Performance (Studio Guitar) MM program at University of Southern California.

Performance - Vocal, Choral and Opera
The Performance - Vocal, Choral and Opera programme at California State University Fullerton offer a variety of opportunities for singers.

Performance - Strings
The Performance - Strings programme at California State University Fullerton offers a variety of opportunities for the developing string student at both the bachelor’s and master’s level.
Performance (Violin), (Viola), (Violoncello), (Double Bass) or (Harp)
The Performance (Violin), (Viola), (Violoncello), (Double Bass) or (Harp) MM program offered at University of Southern California is a two-year, 30-unit program consisting of individual instruction, ensembles, conducting, Baroque music, music history and electives. A graduate recital is required.
Music Scoring and Composition
The MFA in Music Scoring and Composition at Academy of Art University is designed to provide the highest level of training in music composition and scoring for film, television, games and other visual media.

Performance - Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion
The Performance - Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion Programme at California State University Fullerton offers an exciting and enriching variety of opportunities for a diverse education.
Performance (Vocal Arts)
The Performance (Vocal Arts) MM program offered at University of Southern California is a two-year, 30-unit program consisting of individual instruction, ensembles, cantata and oratorio, pedagogy, vocal literature, music history and electives. A graduate recital is required.
Music Performance
The Music Performance program of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) combines intensive individual applied study and ensemble collaboration with courses designed to illuminate musical context and stimulate creativity, curiosity, and interpretation.
Music Performance
The MM in Music Performance degree offered by the University of Redlands is a two-year, 32 credit program which is designed for musicians who have completed an undergraduate degree in music and want to pursue intensive graduate studies in performance. Two graduate recitals are required.
Theater Arts
Theater Arts from University of California, Santa Cruz welcomes artists and thinkers who challenge the theory, practice and spectatorship of the performing arts.
Performance
A Performance master at California State University Northridge gives you the opportunity to develop professional competence as a musician. Elevate your techniques and approach your work with rigor and sophistication. Immerse yourself in music history, theory and pedagogy.

Performance - Choral Conducting
The Performance Choral Conducting degree from California State University Fullerton offer a comprehensive study plan that includes specialized courses in repertoire, history, score study and individual conducting lessons.
Performance (Flute), (Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone), (French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone), (Tuba) or (Percussion)
The University of Southern California is one of the world’s leading private research universities. Apply to the Performance (Flute), (Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone), (French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone), (Tuba) or (Percussion) MM program offered by University of Southern California.

Performance - Jazz Studies and Commercial Music
The Performance - Jazz Studies and Commercial Music Programme at California State University Fullerton offers students a chance to prepare themselves for the world of professional performance and composing/arranging opportunities in the Southern California region and throughout the nation.
Collaborative Piano Performance
A Collaborative Piano Performance master at California State University Northridge gives you the opportunity to develop professional competence as a musician. Elevate your techniques and approach your work with rigor and sophistication. Immerse yourself in music history, theory and pedagogy.
Early Music Performance
Early Music Performance from University of Southern California is a two-year, 32-unit program consisting of course work in music history, individual instruction on a historical instrument or voice, early music ensemble and collegium workshop, culminating with a thesis.
Music Performance Jazz
The Music Performance Jazz program of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is a partnership program between the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music and the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz.