Programs in Music and Music Professions

Study with acclaimed artists and industry leaders in the performing arts capital of the world - New York City

NYU Steinhardt Music and Performing Arts Professions offers the highest level of professional training in the performing arts within the world's cultural center. This is matched by the superb academic resources of a world-class university.

1,500 students majoring in renowned music and music professions programs are guided by 300 faculty. Our undergraduates receive intensive and systematic training in their specialization along with a broad liberal arts education. Graduate students develop their art through individual lessons and specialized classes. Students at all levels have access to extraordinary research resources and facilities, including the new James L. Dolan Music Recording Studio, a 7,500 square foot multifunctional teaching, recording, and research space designed by Gensler and the Walters-Storyk Design Group.

Degree Programs

  • Instrumental Performance (Classical or Jazz) | B.M., Dual B.M./M.A., M.M., Ph.D.
  • Piano Performance | B.M., Dual B.M./M.A., M.M., Ph.D.
  • Vocal Performance (Classical Voice/Opera or Music Theatre) | B.M., Dual B.M./M.A., M.M., Ph.D.
  • Vocal Pedagogy | Advanced Certificate
  • Music Theory and Composition (Traditional, Jazz, Film Scoring, or Electronic) | B.M., Dual B.M./M.A., M.M., Ph.D.
  • Music Business | B.M., M.A.
  • Music Technology | B.M., M.M., Ph.D.
  • Music Education | B.M., M.A., Adv. Cert., Ph.D., Ed.D.
  • Music Therapy | M.A.
  • Performing Arts Administration | M.A.

Also: scholarships and fellowships available; summer programs and study abroad opportunities.

The city is our stage and our classroom. Our world-class faculty's strong professional connections allow students to take advantage of internships and performance opportunities with prestigious music companies, performing arts institutions, and educational organizations throughout New York City.

Alumni

Prominent graduates of our programs include jazz great Wayne Shorter, music theatre composer Cy Coleman, lyricist Betty Comden, film composer Elmer Bernstein, conductor and composer Tania Leon, and music technologist Enoch Light.

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