Instrumental Conducting Wind Band MM Postgraduate Programme By Temple University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Music

Degree

MM

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Develop an advanced understanding of the artistry and technique of wind-band conducting with the Master of Music in Instrumental Conducting with Wind-Band Emphasis in Temple’s Boyer College of Music and Dance. Focus on wind instruments and band ensembles. Students who complete this 32-credit, six-year master’s degree are prepared for doctoral studies, as well as careers as conductor-educators in an academic or professional setting.


Learn how to conduct rehearsals and train your ear to identify simultaneous musical events in ensembles. Through the coursework, you will


  • learn effective and thorough score study and preparation,
  • develop advanced physical conducting technique, and
  • train to lead efficient rehearsals and sectionals, culminating in performance.


In addition to lesson courses, you’ll explore music analysis and style, as well as performance. 


Based in Philadelphia, the program gives students the opportunity to study in close proximity to prestigious institutions such as the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts and The Philadelphia Orchestra. The Master of Music in Instrumental Conducting with Wind-Band Emphasis is part of Temple’s interdisciplinary Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Music

Degree

MM

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Develop an advanced understanding of the artistry and technique of wind-band conducting with the Master of Music in Instrumental Conducting with Wind-Band Emphasis in Temple’s Boyer College of Music and Dance. Focus on wind instruments and band ensembles. Students who complete this 32-credit, six-year master’s degree are prepared for doctoral studies, as well as careers as conductor-educators in an academic or professional setting.


Learn how to conduct rehearsals and train your ear to identify simultaneous musical events in ensembles. Through the coursework, you will


  • learn effective and thorough score study and preparation,
  • develop advanced physical conducting technique, and
  • train to lead efficient rehearsals and sectionals, culminating in performance.


In addition to lesson courses, you’ll explore music analysis and style, as well as performance. 


Based in Philadelphia, the program gives students the opportunity to study in close proximity to prestigious institutions such as the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts and The Philadelphia Orchestra. The Master of Music in Instrumental Conducting with Wind-Band Emphasis is part of Temple’s interdisciplinary Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
53+
79+

01 Dec 2026
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

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