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Master of Music in Performance

SUNY Fredonia's School of Music has successfully placed graduates in a variety of professional areas ranging from the commercial world of "pop" to that of the virtuoso classical soloist. Our alumni are active as west coast studio jazz musicians, in European concert halls, and on the faculties of American universities. Graduates of the Fredonia School of Music have made a significant impact on the professional world of music. We invite you explore our program offerings, visit our beautiful campus, and contact us directly with any questions you may have to determine if Fredonia is right for you.

This degree program offers three possible tracks: Orchestra Instruments and Piano, Conducting, and Voice. The degree requires at minimum a successful completion of 30 semester hours of coursework (Orchestra Instruments, Piano and Conducting tracks), or 34 hours of coursework (Voice track). Each track requires the core curriculum as well as specific requirements divided between performance training, theory/history, and elective courses. A comprehensive oral examination and performance culminate the program.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor of music
  • Audition
  • Undergraduate GPA 3.0
  • A completed graduate application.

Additional Resources

School of Music website
Audition deadlines and information


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