Receive expert training from our renowned faculty, composed of experienced New York professionals, as you prepare for a career in musical theatre and opera. You’ll benefit from a comprehensive curricula and numerous performance opportunities.
Bachelor of Music
Vocal Performance: Music Theatre
Study movement, speech, diction, song study, scene study, audition skills, business skills, and more as you prepare for a career in music theatre.
Bachelor of Music
Vocal Performance: Classical Voice
Gain a foundation of vocal technique through private lessons, studio classes, performances, and more as you prepare for a career on the stage.
Bachelor of Music
Vocal Performance: Contemporary Voice
Study voice, acting, movement, auditioning, and business, while achieving a level of performance excellence necessary for a career as a professional vocalist.
Master of Music
Vocal Performance: Music Theatre
Study vocal performance with a specialization in music theatre, fully integrating training in voice, acting, and dance.
Master of Music
Vocal Performance: Classical Voice
With a blend of training in voice, acting, diction, movement, and repertoire, this degree prepares you for a career in recital and concert performance and opera.
Advanced Certificate
Vocal Pedagogy
Post-Master’s Study
Combining intensive vocal training with related academic study, this post-master's advanced certificate expands your knowledge of vocal pedagogy.
Master of Music /
Advanced Certificate
Vocal Performance: Music Theatre / Vocal Pedagogy
Perform in fully staged music theatre productions, develop pedagogical skills for voice, and build a vocal repertoire for teaching in this dual degree.
Master of Music /
Advanced Certificate
Vocal Performance: Classical Voice / Vocal Pedagogy
Prepare for a career as a classical vocal performer and develop pedagogical skills and methods for teaching voice.
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.
News and Events
NYU Contemporary Vocal Ensemble 2022 Fall Concert
The Contemporary Vocal Ensemble’s 2022 Fall Concert is the final performance of an ensemble that teaches contemporary singers what to do when they perform live on stage as the lead singer/front person with a band.
Dido & Aeneas - An English Opera in Three Acts
Dido & Aeneas offers a stunning combination of music drama inseparably entwined with exquisite choral writing and evocative physical movement.
*Please be aware this production uses flashing lights and loud sound effects.
NYU Pop/Rock Ensemble
The 2022 Downbeat award winning NYU Pop/Rock Ensemble will perform at Provincetown Playhouse.
Village Voices: the Contemporary and Jazz Vocal Ensemble
Presenting music from modern day singer/songwriters to classic swing chestnuts, Village Voices will take you on a ride both traditional and soulful.
Moniz Presents at The Voice Foundation’s 51st Annual Symposium
Presentation included assessing the impact of Vocal Pedagogy outreach activities on geographically, culturally, and economically disadvantaged communities.
2022 NYU Steinhardt Showcase Performances
Our Steinhardt Vocal Performance undergraduates and graduates performed on Monday, April 18th.
Roommates Play Same Role in "Applause"
Vocal performance undergraduate seniors and roommates Renee Shohet and Chloe Savit both landed the lead role of Margo in Applause.
A Passion for Opera: An Interview with New Faculty Member Errik Hood
Errik Hood, clinical assistant professor in the Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions, baritone and teacher, discusses his passion for opera and how he has adapted his teaching for the coronavirus pandemic.
Vocal Performance Launches Video Series
The program has launched a new video series, “Inside the Virtual Classroom.”