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Why Study Multiple Woodwinds?
Belmont's Master of Music in Multiple Woodwinds is taught by expert faculty and will provide the hands-on opportunities you need to hone your craft.
In this program, you will have the opportunity to gain skills on your secondary instruments and perform in state-of-the-art performance halls across Belmont's campus and beyond.
What You'll Learn
- Music research tools, materials and techniques.
- The analysis of music from across a range of genres and styles. In addition to traditional harmonic and formal analysis, a variety of techniques will be explored and may include LaRue style analysis, analysis of rhythm and meter and an introduction to Schenkerian and related linear-reductive systems.
- Current methods and literature, instructional techniques, philosophical bases, curriculum building and administration of the teaching of applied music.
- Advanced skills on your primary instrument
- Private instruction on your non-primary instruments, enabling you to become proficient on multiple instruments
Career Possibilities
Theatre Pit Musician- Applied Lesson Teacher
- Studio Musician
- Performing Musician with groups such as big bands and jazz orchestras
Program Details
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- Introduction to Music Research: Introduction to music research tools, materials, and techniques. The focus of the course will include major references and indexes, database and internet research. The course will be relevant to all majors and will encompass both quantitative and qualitative research. A research project relating to the student’s major will be required.
- Music History Seminar: A series of in-depth topical seminars for graduate music students which will cover a wide range of periods, composers and musical genres. Prerequisites: MUG 5010 or passing score on Graduate History Placement Exam.
- Analytical Techniques: Advanced study in the analysis of music from across a range of genres and styles. In addition to traditional harmonic and formal analysis, a variety of techniques will be explored and may include LaRue style analysis; analysis of rhythm and meter; and an introduction to Schenkerian and related linear-reductive systems. Prerequisites: MUG 5020 or passing score on Graduate Theory Placement Exam.
- Culminating Project/Examinations: MUG 6000 includes the terminal requirements for the M.M. degree. All students are required to successfully complete comprehensive written and oral examinations and a culminating project which varies, depending on the student’s particular track. Options and requirements for each culminating track are described in Guidelines for the Master of Music Degree accessed through the Belmont University Portal. Students should register for the course during their final semester of enrollment. The class is graded pass/fail. Prerequisites: Student must have achieved Candidacy status.
- Graduate Ensemble Studies: Graduate students may participate in an approved School of Music ensemble. Prerequisites: Permission of ensemble director and instructor required.
- Introduction to Pedagogy of Applied Music: Introduction to Pedagogy of Applied Music will provide an overview of the current methods and literature, instructional techniques, philosophical bases, curriculum building and administration of the teaching of applied music. The focus will include both pre-college and undergraduate college levels and both individual and class teaching situations.
- Private Applied Instruction on Primary Instrument of Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon or Saxophone: (8 credit hours total earned over 4 semesters)
- Private Applied Instruction on Non-Primary Instrument of Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon and Saxophone: (8 credit hours total earned over 4 semesters)
You'll have a variety of opportunities in Belmont's Master's of Music in Multiple Woodwinds program including:
- Participating in ensembles with other students passionate about music
- Performing in state-of-the-art performance halls
- Joining a thriving and creative musical community in Nashville
National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)
1. Apply to the University
- Create a BU4U account
- Complete the Belmont University Graduate Studies Application for Admission
- Pay the $50 Application Fee
2. Submit Supplemental Materials
Once the application is submitted and the application fee is paid, an email will be sent with instructions for submitting the supplemental pieces of the application. Applicants will be required to provide the following:
- Two completed recommendation forms from individuals who know the applicant's musical abilities. At least one recommendation must be completed by an individual who can address the applicant's accomplishments and potential in the academic classroom setting.
- A list of repertory studied in the principal performing area, including undergraduate junior and senior recital repertory, if applicable.
- A writing sample from undergraduate academic course work.
- Official transcripts of all previous college and masters level work. International applicants with college level coursework from foreign institutions must have their transcripts evaluated by a credential evaluation service such as World Education Services (wes.org). Applicants must have a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Students who have earned below a 3.0 may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Deadlines
All prospective students should apply as soon as possible to submit their application, including all supplemental materials by the deadlines.
3. Audition for the School of Music
All applicants are required to audition for the School of Music. The audition day will consist of a live audition and interview with our performance faculty and an informational meeting. The information session will also allow time for questions from attendees.
Audition Requirements:
- Perform one (1) significant work on the auditionee’s primary instrument from the standard classical repertoire (i.e.: a concerto movement, sonata movement, or solo de concours).
- Perform a standard classical solo work for two other of the following instruments: flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and saxophone
All scholarships will be distributed based on the strength of the audition. All applicants are considered for scholarships.
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College of Music & Performing Arts
Angela Stenzel
Graduate Admissions Coordinator
(615) 460.8307
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