University of Victoria - Faculty of Graduate Studies

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Music Performance

University of Victoria - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Faculty:Faculty of Graduate Studies
Degree:Master; Co-op
Field of Study:Music Performance, General
Course Based:Yes
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $6,279
Careers:Musicians and Singers

Description:

The Master of Music in Performance is ideal if you are a Bachelor of Music graduate from a performance program, and are seeking advanced training to prepare for a career as a professional performer or teacher. This program is designed to further your growth as a soloist and ensemble participant. In addition to performance-related courses, the program includes study in theory, conducting, performance practices, and music history. M.Mus. candidates perform a final graduating recital and are expected to participate in ensembles where appropriate to their instrument in each year of their residency. Placement in large and small ensembles will be made according to the student’s needs and the needs of the School of Music.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*78
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Music with a minimum standing of B+ is required. Acceptance to the M.Mus. in Performance requires specialization at an advanced level in a specific performance medium (e.g., violin, piano, voice). Applicants are encouraged to audition in person. The audition repertoire should reflect a level of difficulty and variety appropriate for a graduate program, and be of at least thirty minutes in duration. If live audition is not possible, applicants may submit a high-quality, unedited CD recording of at least thirty minutes duration, with repertoire selected as specified for live audition; in addition, these applicants are also encouraged to send a videotape or DVD as well. Please note however that some instructors may require live audition for acceptance to their class. For additional information please contact the instructor or the Graduate Adviser.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Statement of Research Interests
    • Auditions

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on October 18, 2022