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MM, Instrumental Performance (String Studies)

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36 Total Credits Required

All string students are required to perform in orchestra every semester

Applied Instrument

12 Credits

4 Semesters
MPASS-GE 2111
Stringed Instruments (Private Lessons)
2 - 3 Credits

Ensemble / Chamber Music / Performance and Repertoire

11–14 Credits

By advisement.

MPAGC-GE 2087
NYU Orchestra
0 - 3 Credits
MPASS-GE 2112
Alexander Technique (Private Lessons)
2 Credits
MPASS-GE 2133
Masterclass
0 - 3 Credits
MPASS-GE 2131
Instrumental Techniques and Materials: Chamber Music
0 - 3 Credits
MPASS-GE 2134
Audition Class
0 - 3 Credits
MPASS-GE 2135
Improvisation Class
0 - 3 Credits
MPASS-GE 2141-5
Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, or Harp Class
0 - 3 Credits
MPASS-GE 2151-5
Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, or Harp Orchestral Repertoire Class
0 - 3 Credits
MPASS-GE 2171-5
Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, or Harp Technique Class
0 - 3 Credits

Terminal Experience

1 Credit

MPASS-GE 2181
Graduate Recital in Strings
1 - 2 Credits

Electives

6-9 Credits

Guided electives by advisement, including but not limited to the following courses.
MPATC-GE 2127
The Aesthetic of Compositional Process in the Symphony
3 Credits
MPATC-GE 2550
Screen Music: History- Analysis- and Aesthetics
3 - 4 Credits
MPAPA-GE 2132
Development for the Performing Arts
3 Credits
MPAPA-GE 2133
Governance and Trusteeship in Performing Arts Organizations
3 Credits
MPAMT-GE 2930
Introduction to Music Therapy
3 Credits
MPAMT-GE 2934
Clinical Improvisation in Music Therapy
2 Credits
MPAMB-GE 2201
Graduate Artists & Repertoire Seminar in Music Business
3 Credits
MPAMB-GE 2201
Graduate Artists & Repertoire Seminar in Music Business
3 Credits
MPAMB-GE 2202
Promotions and Publicity in the Music Industry
3 Credits
MPAMB-GE 2206
Strategic Marketing in the Music Industry
3 Credits
MPATE-GE 2047
Advanced Computer Music Composition
3 Credits
MPASS-GE 2161-5
Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, or Harp Pedagogy
0 - 3 Credits
MPAME-GE 2021
Music Reference and Research Materials
3 Credits
MPATC-GE 2200
Seminar in Music Theory
3 Credits
MPATC-GE 2039
Contemporary Music
3 Credits
MPATC-GE 2046
Music Criticism
3 Credits
MPAPA-GE 2130
Environment of Performing Arts Administration
3 Credits
MPAPA-GE 2131
Principles and Practice of Performing Arts Administration
3 Credits
MPAMB-GE 2102
The Law and the Music Industry
3 Credits
MPASS-GE 2132
Baroque Ensemble
0 - 3 Credits
MPASS-GE 2113
Baroque Dance for Musicians
1 Credit
MPATC-GE 2042
Psychology of Music
3 Credits

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