Master of Fine Arts in Strings Postgraduate Programme By University of Iowa |TopUniversities

Master of Fine Arts in Strings

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Main Subject Area

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Study Level

Masters

The string program at The University of Iowa School of Music offers a comprehensive framework of private lessons, major performing ensembles, master classes, chamber music coaching, literature classes, and performance seminars driven by the broad experience of its faculty. Alumni hold positions in major orchestras and chamber ensembles, and teach at universities and conservatories around the world. Our faculty is committed to a strong educational ethic at all levels of teaching, and we are committed to giving each student the best educational experience possible. Our program at Iowa has several distinct advantages: A curriculum centered on a close teacher/student relationship with weekly private instruction supported by weekly Studio Seminars. Intensive personal attention to each student carries on to large and small ensembles. Nationally accredited degree programs A unique chamber music experience with the newly established University of Iowa String Quartet Residency Program. Student ensembles have worked with such notable professional quartets as the JACK Quartet, the Linden Quartet, and the Cavani Quartet during their residencies at Iowa. These residencies provide unique interaction with the quartets and in outreach performance experiences. Master classes and performances with renowned guest artists. Numerous opportunities and venues for solo and chamber music performance. A dynamic string faculty who regularly perform and teach around the United States and the world. Opportunities for intensive study of orchestral repertoire and audition preparation. Opportunities to study and perform on baroque instruments. Performance Opportunities UI Symphony Orchestra Chamber Orchestra Opera orchestra Chamber music and concerto competitions Student recitals Studio seminars Master classes Chamber music master classes and seminars Numerous orchestras and performing opportunities outside the University

Programme overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Study Level

Masters

The string program at The University of Iowa School of Music offers a comprehensive framework of private lessons, major performing ensembles, master classes, chamber music coaching, literature classes, and performance seminars driven by the broad experience of its faculty. Alumni hold positions in major orchestras and chamber ensembles, and teach at universities and conservatories around the world. Our faculty is committed to a strong educational ethic at all levels of teaching, and we are committed to giving each student the best educational experience possible. Our program at Iowa has several distinct advantages: A curriculum centered on a close teacher/student relationship with weekly private instruction supported by weekly Studio Seminars. Intensive personal attention to each student carries on to large and small ensembles. Nationally accredited degree programs A unique chamber music experience with the newly established University of Iowa String Quartet Residency Program. Student ensembles have worked with such notable professional quartets as the JACK Quartet, the Linden Quartet, and the Cavani Quartet during their residencies at Iowa. These residencies provide unique interaction with the quartets and in outreach performance experiences. Master classes and performances with renowned guest artists. Numerous opportunities and venues for solo and chamber music performance. A dynamic string faculty who regularly perform and teach around the United States and the world. Opportunities for intensive study of orchestral repertoire and audition preparation. Opportunities to study and perform on baroque instruments. Performance Opportunities UI Symphony Orchestra Chamber Orchestra Opera orchestra Chamber music and concerto competitions Student recitals Studio seminars Master classes Chamber music master classes and seminars Numerous orchestras and performing opportunities outside the University

Admission Requirements

7+

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