Doctor of Musical Arts (Piano Performance) 36 months PHD Programme By University of Utah |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Starting Month

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

Other

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The University of Utah School of Music Piano Area provides a vibrant piano program with an internationally trained faculty. Students receive rigorous instruction on some of the finest performance instruments and facilities in the world, preparing them for professional careers in solo, collaborative performance, and teaching.  The program offers degrees in performance and pedagogy at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as collaborative studies.  Students receive abundant opportunities in performance and teaching and support from dedicated faculty and a strong student community.  

The internationally trained faculty, four of whom are Steinway Artists, offer students diverse and rigorous instruction and preparation for performance. In the past few years, students have won major prizes in prestigious competitions such as the Los Angeles International Liszt Competition, the Seattle International Piano Competition, the Liszt-Garrison International Piano Competition, the International Livorno Piano Competition in Italy, the MTNA Stecher & Horowitz Two Pianos Competition, and the San Jose International Piano Competition among other prestigious competitions.

Opportunities abound for students to expand their performance skills and comfort through solo recitals, orchestral performances, and master classes. Past guest artists include Murray Perahia, Leon Fleisher, Yefim Bronfman, Garrick Ohlssen, Angela Hewitt, and Peter Frankl. Through the school's Piano Preparatory Program, Piano Outreach Program to Title I students, students have numerous opportunities to develop new teaching methodologies and pedagogical practices in supervised learning environments.

An all-Steinway university, the School of Music has some of the finest performance pianos and concert halls in the country. Students take private lessons on New York and Hamburg Steinways in faculty offices and choose between several concert Steinway grands in three major performance halls. Practice rooms are equipped with Steinway grands for piano performance majors.

Along with other successful careers paths, many students go on to prestigious national graduate programs such as Boston University, Cleveland Institute of Music, Eastman School of Music, Indiana University, Manhattan School of Music, Mannes College, New York University, The Peabody Institute, UCLA, the University Michigan, and USC. Many of our graduates hold teaching positions in the United States, Asia, Canada, Europe, and South America.

The DMA is a three-year, 59 credit hour program consisting of private lessons, music history and literature, advanced music theory, pedagogy, performance practice and courses in a related field. A dissertation essay and four recitals are required.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

Other

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The University of Utah School of Music Piano Area provides a vibrant piano program with an internationally trained faculty. Students receive rigorous instruction on some of the finest performance instruments and facilities in the world, preparing them for professional careers in solo, collaborative performance, and teaching.  The program offers degrees in performance and pedagogy at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as collaborative studies.  Students receive abundant opportunities in performance and teaching and support from dedicated faculty and a strong student community.  

The internationally trained faculty, four of whom are Steinway Artists, offer students diverse and rigorous instruction and preparation for performance. In the past few years, students have won major prizes in prestigious competitions such as the Los Angeles International Liszt Competition, the Seattle International Piano Competition, the Liszt-Garrison International Piano Competition, the International Livorno Piano Competition in Italy, the MTNA Stecher & Horowitz Two Pianos Competition, and the San Jose International Piano Competition among other prestigious competitions.

Opportunities abound for students to expand their performance skills and comfort through solo recitals, orchestral performances, and master classes. Past guest artists include Murray Perahia, Leon Fleisher, Yefim Bronfman, Garrick Ohlssen, Angela Hewitt, and Peter Frankl. Through the school's Piano Preparatory Program, Piano Outreach Program to Title I students, students have numerous opportunities to develop new teaching methodologies and pedagogical practices in supervised learning environments.

An all-Steinway university, the School of Music has some of the finest performance pianos and concert halls in the country. Students take private lessons on New York and Hamburg Steinways in faculty offices and choose between several concert Steinway grands in three major performance halls. Practice rooms are equipped with Steinway grands for piano performance majors.

Along with other successful careers paths, many students go on to prestigious national graduate programs such as Boston University, Cleveland Institute of Music, Eastman School of Music, Indiana University, Manhattan School of Music, Mannes College, New York University, The Peabody Institute, UCLA, the University Michigan, and USC. Many of our graduates hold teaching positions in the United States, Asia, Canada, Europe, and South America.

The DMA is a three-year, 59 credit hour program consisting of private lessons, music history and literature, advanced music theory, pedagogy, performance practice and courses in a related field. A dissertation essay and four recitals are required.

Admission Requirements

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To be considered for admission to the DMA, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements: 1. Hold Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in music from accredited institutions. a. Exceptions are rare and require the applicant to seek an Exception to Graduate Admission Policy. Please email [email protected] for more information. 2. Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 in all previous collegiate work. 3. International applicants must meet university English proficiency requirements. The School of Music requires higher scores on the TOEFL and IELTS exams. a. TOEFL: 85 composite score, with a minimum score of 20 in each category b. IELTS: 6.5 band score, with a minimum of 6.0 in each category. Complete the following steps to apply to the DMA: 1. Submit the online Graduate Admissions application. part of this application DMA applicants need to upload: a. Transcripts of undergraduate and graduate course work from all schools attended. b. Three letters of recommendation from professors, employers, and/or other professionals qualified to judge the applicant’s ability to successfully complete doctoral studies. c. Statement of Purpose, including future goals. d. Current CV or resume. e. Comprehensive Repertoire list of both works performed (listing date and venue) and works studied. 2. A 60-minute solo program representing at least 3 different periods. The faculty will select 20 minutes from the prepared repertoire to have the student perform. Memorization is required. Students who have completed or are completing the MM degree at the University of Utah must audition with all other external candidates on the School of Music Audition dates for admission and scholarships. If a live audition is not possible, submit a YouTube link to a high-quality video. The YouTube link should be sent to [email protected]. 3. Brief interview with audition panel will follow audition process. Note: Applicant’s audition and application will be reviewed by a committee of faculty members within the piano area.

3 Years
Aug

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

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