Music
Reach new heights in your career in collaborative piano concentration. Study, perform, and excel in ensemble collaborations.
Music, Collaborative Piano Concentration, M.M.
The Master of Music degree program with a collaborative piano concentration is an advanced course of study for musicians who hold a Bachelor's degree in music and have a passion for collaborating with instrumental and vocal musicians.
Students will study and perform literature from the instrumental and vocal/operatic repertories, participate in large ensembles such as the MTSU Orchestra and Wind Ensemble, and further their knowledge and understanding of vocal coaching and chamber music literature. Graduates of this program have continued on to pursue advanced degrees and/or careers in instrumental and vocal/choral accompanying and chamber music, professional studio recording, vocal coaching, and private teaching. Graduate teaching assistantship opportunities are available to qualified students.
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News Briefs
MTSU graduate piano student finds ‘keys’ to ‘Jeopardy!’ championship, gives visibility to cancer recovery [+VIDEO]
MTSU graduate student Christine Whelchel knew it was never too late to achieve her dreams. In the past year, the long-time “Jeopardy!” fan, part-time musician and mother of three dominated on the game show and started a Master of Music degree program — all amid a diagnosis of and treatment for breast cancer. “I watched [ Read More ]
Music, Collaborative Piano Concentration, M.M.
Alumni from the School of Music teach thousands of students every day in private studios and schools from kindergarten through university levels. MTSU graduates perform in orchestras, military ensembles, and opera companies; appear in clubs and recording studios with the famous and yet-to-be-known; compose music for Hollywood films and commercial jingles; lead professional music organizations; work in the music industry; serve as church musicians; and continually enrich the lives of others. Some continue on to enter prestigious doctoral programs. A sample of potential professional pathways for music master’s students:
- Accompanist
- Church musician/worship leader
- College professor/instructor
- Composer/arranger/orchestrator
- Conductor
- General music teacher at elementary/middle schools
- Instrumental performer
- Instrument sales business owner
- Music educator
- Music librarian
- Music publisher/editor
- Music theater director
- Musical director
- Product specialist
- Salesperson/marketer
- Studio musician
- Private studio owner/instructor
Employers of MTSU alumni include
- Bellevue Middle School
- Belmont University
- Cane Ridge High School
- Case Western Reserve University
- Chattanooga Symphony
- Cumberland University
- The Downtown Band
- Earl Klugh (Grammy winner)
- EMBRA Artists, LTD.
- Fairview Middle School
- Jeff Coffin (Grammy winner)
- Jonathan Fletcher Music
- Lipscomb University
- MEINL Percussion
- Middle Tennessee State University
- Murfreesboro City Schools
- Nashville Philharmonic Orchestra
- Nashville State Community College
- Northeast Mississippi Community College
- Old Center Elementary School, Nashville
- Onks Woodwind Specialist
- Siegel Middle School
- Trevecca Nazarene University
- University of Louisiana-Lafayette
- University of Northern Colorado
- Vine Street Christian Church, Nashville
MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called Handshake .
Wondering what you can do with your major? Check out our What Can I Do with A Major In guides.
Brochures
General Application Procedures
- Submit through the University’s Application tool (button below):
- Submit application with the appropriate fee
- Submit official transcripts of all previous college work
- Submit three letters of recommendation.
- Email directly to the program coordinator of interested area
- Additional Requirements (video links, papers, compositions, etc)
- By the February 1 deadline
- Complete a Student Application (if interested) for a Graduate Teaching Assistantship
Graduate Classical Collaborative Piano Auditions
Sight Reading
- We will provide piano music to be read at sight. You will be given 1 minute to look at the music before you play.
Repertoire
- Art Song: Three contrasting songs from different historical periods and languages.
- Aria: One aria from any historical period representing any language.
- Instrumental music: The first movement of an instrumental sonata or other major work from any historical period.
- Solo: A solo piano work no longer than 7 minutes in length. Memory is optional.
*Applicants will be provided with partners. However, applicants may bring collaborative partners to the audition if preferred.
Please contact Dr. Arunesh Nadgir at [email protected] if you have any questions regarding the audition process.
Resources
- Graduate Studies Information Sheet
- To Be Admitted
- Financial Assistance
- Music History Diagnostic Exam (Not applicable for Music Education concentration)
- Music Theory Diagnostic Exam (Not applicable for Music Education concentration)
Links
- Reference Forms
- Graduate Students in Music
- Ensembles
- Facilities
- Student Utilities
- Faculty by Field of Study
- Visiting Faculty
Libraries
Public Accountability Notice
Middle Tennessee State University has been accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) since 1970.
To see data about the program, please visit this webpage: https://planeffectiveness.mtsu.edu/master_music/.
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