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Study the art of recording live music in Prague, the vibrant Eastern European home to world-class musicians, famous concert halls, churches, and the film music recording industry. The Tonmeister courses offered in Prague focus on producing classical, electro-acoustic, jazz, world, and folk music in acoustic spaces. Immersive sound technologies will be explored as well by capturing music performances in 5.1 surround sound and 3D.
The summer intensive Tonmeister courses alternate locations each year between Prague and New York City. In 2026, the course will be held in Prague, and in 2027, it will be hosted in New York City.
Location
Prague, Czech Republic
Program Dates
To be announced.
Faculty:
Paul Geluso, Music Assistant Professor, Director of the Music Technology Program, Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions
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Who can participate:
- NYU graduate students
- NYU undergraduates who have:
- 96+ earned credits
- related coursework
- approval from the faculty director as well as their adviser
- Non-NYU graduate students and professionals who are both:
- U.S. citizens or permanent residents
- Currently hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States
Note: Participants must have prior formal training in music and/or sound engineering in order to be eligible to participate.
Related areas of study:
- Music Composition
- Music Technology
This is not a complete list. We value diverse perspectives in our programs and encourage students from other majors and professions.
How to apply:
The application link and instructions, as well as the deadlines and notification timelines, can be found on the "How to Apply" page.
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Students register for both Summer courses below for a total of 6 credits:
- MPATE-GE 2311, Section 099 (Class #TBC) - Tonmeister Technology I (3 credits)
- MPATE-GE 2312, Section 099 (Class #TBC) - Tonmeister Technology II (3 credits)
These courses are offered through the Music Technology Program in the Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions.
Important Note: All program applicants are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor to determine if and how these courses may be applied towards their program requirements and degree completion.
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Direct Costs Billed by NYU
Participants will be billed for the cost of the graduate course following the standard per-credit rate for NYU Steinhardt Graduate Study Tuition and Fees. In addition, study abroad courses have a supplemental Program Fee that covers the cost of housing abroad, program activities and visits, group transportation in-country, and international health insurance. Students can expect to be billed:
- Steinhardt Graduate Tuition (6 credits) - TBC
- Steinhardt Graduate Registration and Services Fees - TBC
- Program Fee - TBC
- International Health Insurance - Included
Estimated Direct Cost Total - TBC
Tuition, Registration, and Program fees will be due based on the Bursar's Payment Schedule for the Summer term.
Out-of-Pocket Costs
Students are responsible for purchasing flights to and from the program location and will be notified when to book. We recommend comparing tickets on multiple sites to ensure the best fare.
In addition to airfare, participants should budget for other out-of-pocket costs, including daily meals (except for included welcome and farewell meals); transportation to and from the airport; passport and/or visa fees (if applicable); vaccination costs (if applicable); and other personal incidentals. These costs will vary depending on individual students' budgets, preferences, and choices. Participants are encouraged to use the Study Abroad Budget Worksheet linked below to estimate these expenses.
Scholarships
NYU Steinhardt offers two short-term study abroad scholarships and maintains a list of additional external funding opportunities.
Study Abroad Budget Worksheet
The Study Abroad Budget Worksheet was created to help participants estimate the cost of their study abroad experience and identify any funding gaps. We encourage all students to complete the Worksheet to estimate their expected costs and funding sources. Contact the Steinhardt Office of Global Affairs with any questions.
PLEASE NOTE: This spreadsheet lists possible expenses and may not be all-inclusive of program costs. In addition, costs may fluctuate due to changes in currency exchange rates, airfare, personal preferences, and other factors. While this is a good tool for reviewing study abroad expenses, the results should be considered estimates.
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Housing
Students stay in shared-occupancy housing arranged by the Office of Global Affairs. The cost of housing is included in the Program Fee. Group accommodation dates correspond with the program dates listed above.
Flight, Travel, and Visa Information
Flight: Students purchase their own flights to and from the program destination. Please keep in mind that flights arriving in Prague typically depart from New York a day in advance. All participants are strongly encouraged to purchase refundable flights.
Passport: All program participants are required to have a valid passport, which must be valid at least six months beyond the program end date.
Visa: Review visa information for this destination on the Global Affairs Study Abroad Resources Guide.
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Pre-Departure Resources
Visit the Steinhardt Study Abroad Resources website and get a head start on preparing for your study abroad program experience.
Helpful Links
Policies
All applicants should review the Office of Global Affairs Short-Term Graduate Courses Policies page prior to applying to study abroad.
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