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Brass Studies

Prepare for your career as a professional musician with instruction in performance practices from four centuries of music from around the globe. In Steinhardt’s unparalleled performing and recording facilities, you’ll work with renowned artists representing diverse traditions of pedagogy and performance, developing your personal artistry and acquiring the skills required to succeed after graduation.

Bachelor of Music
Brass Studies

Explore rich liberal arts offerings as part of your professional musical training. Traditional coursework and innovative electives prepare you to navigate today’s musical landscape.

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Master of Music
Brass Studies

Hone your technique and knowledge of the repertoire, mentoring with world-renowned artists and taking advantage of unique performance opportunities.

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Artist Diploma
Instrumental Performance

Ideal for advanced students and professionals preparing for a career in performance, this post-master’s artist diploma helps you continue to develop your technique and musicianship.

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Doctor of Musical Arts
Music Performance

Prepare for a lifelong career in music as a collegiate educator or top level performer in the new Steinhardt DMA program, beginning Fall 2024.

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Doctor of Philosophy
Music Performance and Composition: Performers

Conduct cutting-edge research, perform on stage at NYU and throughout New York City, and study with world-renowned artists.

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Master Class Series

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News and Events

NYU Brass Chamber Concert

(PAULSON CENTER, ROOM 570) Students from the Brass Studies Program will present their semester chamber concert.

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NYU Brass Choir Concert

(PAULSON CENTER, ROOM 570) The NYU Brass Choir, directed by Dr. Javian Brabham, will present a diverse program of masterworks and original arrangements for brass choir.

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Trumpeter Sophie Manoloff Takes Charge of Her Career

Sophie Manoloff is a Brass Studies alumna (BM ’21) and a professional trumpet player. In the short time since graduating, she has toured with Broadway’s Fiddler on the Roof, appeared in a Harry Styles' video, and performed with her "hero" by chance.

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Questions 

For additional information, please contact mpap-brass-studies@nyu.edu