The Broadway Pathway offers an unparalleled training experience for aspiring professional musicians. Built around the Broadway Orchestra — led by acclaimed conductor Ted Sperling and legendary musical contractor John Miller — it stands as the only program of its kind in the world.
Through pit orchestra performances and onstage concerts, you will master essential industry skills, including advanced sight-reading, ensemble precision, stylistic versatility, and cutting-edge music technology. Beyond the classroom, direct access to our distinguished faculty connects you with top Broadway music directors, orchestrators, and performers for invaluable career mentorship.
Program of Study 2027-2028
Total Credits Required: 36 credits
Requirements: 27 credits
Performance and Broadway Studies (14 credits):
- MPAXX-GE 2111: Private Instruction* (12 credits)
- MPAGC-GE 2087: NYU Broadway Orchestra** (4 credits)
- MPAGC-GE 2505: Creating a Career as a Professional Musician (2 credits)
- MPATC-GE 2134: Conducting: Advanced Musical Theatre*** (4 credits)
- MPAVP-GE 2351: Music Theatre History I (2 credits)
- MPAVP-GE 2352: Music Theatre History II (2 credits)
Culminating Experience (1 credit):
- MPAXX-GE XXX: Recital (1 credit)
Electives By Advisement (9 credits):
- MPAXX-GE 2111: Secondary Lessons (2 credits)
- MPATC-GE 2506: Rights, Revenue, and Relationships: What Music Creators Need to Know (3 credits)
- MPATC-GE 2088: Orchestration I (3 credits)
- MPAJZ-GE 2075: Jazz Improvisation I (2 credits)
- MPAJZ-GE 2273: Jazz Arranging and Composition I (3 credits)
- MPAMB-GE 2031: Music Business Internship (1 credit)
- MPAXX-GE 2XXX: Chamber Ensemble (1 credit)
Notes:
*Students take this 3-credit course every semester for a total of 12 credits.
**Required to register for NYU Broadway Orchestra every semester for a total of 4 credits.
***Required for two semesters for a total of 4 credits.
Students must demonstrate proficiency in Music Theory, Aural Skills, and Music History through a diagnostic exam or the completion of appropriate coursework in addition to degree requirements.
About the Broadway Orchestra
The NYU Broadway Orchestra bridges the gap between academic music training and professional musical theatre by giving students real-world pit experience under veteran Broadway directors and musicians.