Music and Performing Arts Professions

Develop your potential as a brass performer and gain real-world experience by working and performing with celebrated musicians.

Build on your existing woodwind skills through private lessons, seminars, master classes, and numerous performance opportunities all over New York City.

Study string performance in New York City through flexible classes, performance opportunities, and top artist-faculty.

Study percussion performance in New York City. We help you pursue your passion with advanced performance training and related academic study.

Pursue your passion for the constantly evolving jazz landscape with advanced performance training and related academic study.

Hone your skills as a piano performer in New York City through course work, one-on-one mentorship, solo recitals, concerto performances, and more.

Develop and expand your musical creativity and songwriting skills in diverse styles for concert settings and visual media.

Learn to write music for today’s media industry through rigorous course work, collaborations with schools throughout NYU, and recording opportunities.

NYU Steinhardt Songwriting will help you become the best songwriter you can be, in the genres, styles, and approaches you define.

Study with industry leaders and learn the necessary skills to thrive in a fast-paced industry.

Develop your expertise in an academic program that emphasizes creative experimentation and the integration of musical and technical skills.

Prepare to become a music educator in school, international, studio, and community settings as you develop your artistic and instructional skills in NYC.

Build on your performing skills and learn to create transformative theatre arts programs in schools, cultural institutions, and community settings.

Prepare for a career as a dance educator and teaching artist in schools, studios, and community settings in New York City, the dance capital of the world.

Music Therapy at NYU Steinhardt helps you combine your love of music and your commitment to helping others for a rewarding professional career.

Translate your theatre skills and love for improvisation into culturally responsible, creative, and effective care in hospitals, shelters, schools, and more.

Performing Arts Administration at NYU Steinhardt builds on your background in dance, theatre, music, opera, or film to help you become a leader in the field.

Gain both a sustainable vocal technique and a foundation in dramatic interpretation, preparing you for a full range of professional career opportunities.