Music M.M.

M.M. in Music: Collaborative Piano
This program provides preparation for graduate studies and careers in performance and education. You’ll work with dedicated faculty to refine your technical skill and artistic fluency. The program includes coursework in music pedagogy, performance techniques, theory and scholarship. You’ll graduate with a skill set that supports your maturity as an artist and a professional.

Credits: 30-31
Location: Greeley
Admissions: Fall

M.M. in Music: Conducting
This program assists you in developing advanced competencies in conducting. You will also pursue specialized studies in the areas of choral, orchestral and wind band. Besides the Music M.M. requirements, an entrance audition is required.

You should have at least two years of experience in high school teaching or equivalent experience before applying. A personal audition is required.

Credits: 30-31
Location: Greeley
Admissions: Fall

M.M. in Music: Instrumental Performance
The program includes advanced coursework in music theory, music history, pedagogy and scholarship. You’ll work with your faculty adviser to structure a course sequence that supports your academic and career objectives. The program concludes with a public recital. This may include a correlative paper.

Credits: 30-31
Location: Greeley
Admissions: Fall

M.M. in Music: Jazz Studies
The program covers a well-rounded set of professional skills. You’ll work on performance, teaching, composing, arranging and improvisation. The program also provides opportunities for scholarship, research and teaching. You’ll graduate with a respected master’s degree and be well prepared for doctoral studies.

Credits: 32
Location: Greeley
Admissions: Fall

M.M. in Music: Music Composition
This concentration provides training for doctoral studies and careers in arranging and composing. We offer opportunities to showcase original compositions through performances of your work. You’ll develop superior aural skills. You’ll also deepen your understanding of musical form and analysis.

Credits: 33
Location: Greeley
Admissions: Fall

M.M. in Music: Music Education
This program is for K-12 music teachers who want to enhance their knowledge, technique and understanding. You’ll work with a faculty adviser to choose courses that support your academic strengths and career goals. The program totals 30 credits and includes a research component.

Credits: 30-36
Locations: Greeley; Online + Summer Greeley intensives
Admissions:

• Greeley: Fall
• Online program + Summer Greeley workshops: Fall, Spring and Summer

M.M. in Music: Music History and Literature
This program offers exceptional preparation for doctoral studies and high-school teaching positions. You’ll work with recognized faculty in music history and literature. This includes the current editor of the Journal of Musicological Research. Our faculty excel as teachers, colleagues and mentors. This provides you with academic and professional guidance that helps your career.

Credits: 30
Location: Greeley
Admissions: Fall

M.M. in Music: Music Theory
The Music Theory master’s degree requires 33 hours of coursework. You’ll enjoy a wide range of flexibility in course selection and research focus. This allows you to customize the program to fit your academic and professional goals. The program culminates in a master’s thesis based upon original research.

Credits: 30
Location: Greeley
Admissions: Fall

M.M. in Music: Vocal Performance
Our program offers first-rate career preparation for performers. You’ll get guidance and mentorship from faculty who have national reputations as artists, scholars and educators. Our voice department stands out for its high standards and friendly, supportive environment. You’ll have the encouragement you need to take risks and push your talent to its full potential.

Credits: 36
Location: Greeley
Admissions: Fall