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Music Education

Prepare for your career as a professional musician with instruction in performance practices from 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. 

Master of Arts
Teaching Music
Grades Pre-K–12, Initial Certification

Study applied music, theory, and pedagogy and complete student teaching in New York schools as you prepare for a career as an innovative Pre-K–12 music educator.

Currently not accepting applications.

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Master of Arts
Music Education

Pursue a career as an innovative music educator working in schools, community music settings in this non-certification program.

Currently not accepting applications.

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Doctor of Philosophy
Music Education

Gain a thorough grounding in the significant issues and developing paradigms in music education as you prepare for a career in higher education.

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News and Events

2024 Dorothy Height Distinguished Alumni Award Honoree: Rachel Griffin-Accurso (MA ’16)

Get to know the educator, media personality known as “Ms. Rachel,” and Dorothy Height Distinguished Alumni Award winner.

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Chelsea Melnick Receives 2023-2024 Presser Foundation Award

The Presser Foundation established this award to celebrate students, selected by music faculty, who have achieved a high level of musical and academic excellence, demonstrated leadership, and contributed to an inclusive community.

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Questions

For more information, please contact music.education@nyu.edu