Appalachian State University
Music Performance: Master of Music (MM)
Application Deadlines
Spring Admission
November 1
Summer Session 1 Admission
April 1
Fall Admission
July 1
Application Requirements
Entrance exam: Not required
Application requirements vary by program. Learn more
Location
On campus
Completion Time
2 years (full time)
Reach for — and achieve — the highest notes.
Hone your craft and expand your artistry with a Master of Music in Music Performance from App State. Performers in this program have the opportunity to develop a high level of musicianship, superior artistry and a strong commitment to the art of performance.
You will graduate with the technical ability required for professional-level performance of vocal or instrumental music, as well as an interpretive understanding of the appropriate body of repertoire needed to grow as a scholar or teacher. You can choose from one of 23 concentrations in areas related to your instrument, theory/composition or conducting.
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Concentrations and Courses
Careers
Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!
Careers
- Professor
- Teacher/Music Director
- Band Director
- Choral Director
- Principal
- Organist
- Music Coordinator
- Minister of Music
- Executive Director of Curriculum
- Artistic and Executive Director
- Supervisor Arts Education
- Fine Arts Coordinator
- Freelance musician
Employers
- Public and private schools
- Two-year and four-year colleges and universities
- NC Medical Society Alliance
- Fresh Air Music
- Svec Music Studio
- Tennessee Baptist Convention
- Individual churches and church denominations
- Music supply companies
- U.S. Army
- Center for Faith and the Arts
- Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Career information resource
App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.
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