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Master of Music

Pursue your passion for music with a Master of Music degree, gaining advanced knowledge and skills in music theory, history, and performance.

Music Degrees available

Master of Music in Performance

Further refine your skills as a vocalist or instrumentalist with a Master of Music in Performance. Study with renowned faculty and prepare for professional performance opportunities or additional study at the doctoral level.

Master of Music in Music Education

Continue your professional growth as a music educator with a Master of Music in Music Education. Develop advanced pedagogical skills for use in preK-12 vocal or instrumental programs.

Master of Music in Conducting

Further develop your skills as a choral or instrumental conductor with a Master of Music in Conducting. Study conducting techniques, score analysis, literature, and pedagogy, and prepare for a career as a choral, orchestral, or wind conductor.

Unlocking Musical Excellence: Master of Music degree

The Master of Music degree is meticulously crafted to empower students with advanced training, opening doors to enriched career prospects and/or paving the way for future doctoral studies. Graduate study enables refinement of interpretive and technical prowess in performance along with further development of research, analytical and music-writing skills.

Embark on a journey of musical mastery with Pitt State.

Music Careers

Master of Music graduates may find employment as the following:

  • Professional Musician
  • Music Educator
  • Conductor
  • Music Composer/Arranger
  • Music Therapist
  • Music Producer
  • Musicologist
  • Sound Designer
  • Arts Administrator
  • Music Critic/Reviewer
  • Music Librarian
  • Music Retailer
  • Arts Consultant
  • Music Technology Specialist
  • Private Studio Owner

These are just a few of the many career paths available to individuals with a Master of Music degree, reflecting the diverse and dynamic nature of the field.