Master of Music in Performance - Strings

University of Kentucky, Lexington, United States

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Performing ArtsMain Subject Area

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Program overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Study Level

Masters

Students at the UK School of Music enjoy hundreds of opportunities each year to perform in solo recitals, chamber groups and our more than 30 diverse instrumental and vocal ensembles. Our ensembles have performed at prestigious venues including the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall and have enjoyed international tours to China, Italy, France, Spain and more. Our students have performed with renowned artists including Lang Lang, Itzhak Perlman, Joshua Bell and more. Strings Our students receive the highest quality training in cello, bass, violin, viola, harp, string bass and guitar. Our faculty continues to perform with orchestras and ensembles around the world as well as offer master classes and residencies with highly respected music programs.

Program overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Study Level

Masters

Admission Requirements

IELTS

Tuition Fee and Scholarships

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