Graduate Courses

In this course students study and gain experience in music and music education research methodologies and music reference procedures. Emphasis is placed on using qualitative research methodologies and resources toward conducting small, real-world research projects, reporting them in class, and creating research papers and/or topic proposals for MA theses and PhD dissertations.

Applications of new technologies for teaching and learning, including video, digital
audio, MIDI, computer notation and score preparation,interactive CAI, internet, web
publishing, and portfolio development.

Musical Theatre Dance is designed to bridge the gap between all dance styles used on Broadway, and to enrich and improve students’ vocabulary and movement skill set. Focuses on expression through movement, accuracy of movement execution, and the stamina building required of musical theatre performers when dancing, acting, and singing at the same time. Daily dance warm-up, including stretching, center-work, and cardio, followed by across-the-floor progressions, and a different style dance combination at center each week.

A study of the history & repertoire of contemporary music theatre, from its origins in the mid-19th century, through its first masterwork, Show Boat, to its current state. Trends & styles are discussed & illustrated.

A study of the history & repertoire of contemporary music theatre, from its origins in the mid-19th century, through its first masterwork, Show Boat, to its current state. Trends & styles are discussed & illustrated.

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This course introduces students to the specialized discipline of teaching music theory. Through extensive study of recent debates, current scholarship, and online resources, students develop a broader understanding of the pedagogical context for undergraduate theory and aural skills training, and best practices for presenting these materials in a 21st-century classroom. With a defined focus on professional development, this course prepares students for college-level classroom teaching.

In recent years, there has been a marked increase in theoretical and analytical writing on musics that lie outside the European art music tradition. This course focuses on two traditions: North Indian Classical and Balinese gamelan music, incorporating transcription, analysis, and critical engagement with recently published theoretical writing. Students explore compositional and improvisational techniques, processes, and forms used in these musical traditions.

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The Collegium is designed for all music therapy majors to discuss broad issues of the music therapy profession, career opportunities, and other professional and department matters. Special events with music therapy professionals from the community and abroad are schedule during this gathering.

The culminating experience for all students in the Master of Arts program in music therapy. This final written document reflects each student's clinical specialization within the field of music psychotherapy. Students integrate what they have learned in all aspects of the program by presenting case material from their clinical experiences with supportive theory and research. After the final project/thesis is submitted and reviewed, students present their ideas to the community in a final program meeting.

Supervised music therapy practice with children and adolescents with mental, physical and/or emotional problems in a variety of settings within the New York City area. A weekly seminar covers critical issues pertaining to assessment, treatment and evaluation of music therapy with these populations.

Supervised music therapy clinical practice with children and adolescents with mental, physical and/or emotional problems in a variety of settings within the New York City area. A weekly seminar covers critical issues pertaining to assessment, treatment, and evaluation of music therapy with these populations.

This course will provide an overview of qualitative, quantitative, & mixed-methods research in music therapy. It will focus on methodological issues such as philosophical foundations, design & implementation, & the functions of research reports specific to each type of research. Students will acquire the skills & knowledge required to critically evaluate research studies of all types.

Theoretical and methodological foundations for the use of music as therapy are explored in depth with an emphasis on work with children and adolescents. Psychological, philosophical, and sociological theories in music; underlying assumptions of pathology governing treatment of populations with disabilities; relevant therapy theories and research findings in music therapy are studied.

Theoretical and methodological foundations for the use of music as therapy are explored with an emphasis on work with adults and the elderly. Established and creative techniques of music therapy, group processes, and personal resources of the music therapist are explored.

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In this course students prepare to enter the professional world by means of creating and presenting an Industry Showcase for an invited audience of theatre professionals. The course includes repertoire investigation / selection, rehearsal for Showcase numbers, industry advice on type, wardrobe. Students also explore the techniques and skills of networking, unions, casting directors, agents, managers, and many business and “life as an actor” skills necessary for a career in the business.

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