24 monthsProgramme duration
AugStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
MMusic
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The School of Music’s organ program prepares students to become skilled performers well-versed in organ history, literature, design, pedagogy, and church music.
In addition to housing a six-organ practice room, the school also has three on-site practice/performance pipe organs: a Flentrop 3/4, Moller 2/7, and Lively-Fulcher 3/64, one of the most outstanding tracker organs in Utah.
The school’s Schreiner Organ Endowment supports master classes in collaboration with the local American Guild of Organists chapter. The school’s Organ Preparatory Program offers group classes and private lessons to the community, and organ majors receive hands-on teaching experience, under faculty supervision.
The surrounding Salt Lake City community offers numerous opportunities for organists and lovers of organ music alike, with the annual Eccles Organ Festival at the Cathedral of the Madeleine and daily organ recitals at the Tabernacle on Temple Square.
The MM is a two-year, 34 credit hour program in organ performance. Courses consist of private lessons, bibliography, music history and literature, advanced music theory, organ literature, and organ pedagogy. Two recitals are required.
In addition to housing a six-organ practice room, the school also has three on-site practice/performance pipe organs: a Flentrop 3/4, Moller 2/7, and Lively-Fulcher 3/64, one of the most outstanding tracker organs in Utah.
The school’s Schreiner Organ Endowment supports master classes in collaboration with the local American Guild of Organists chapter. The school’s Organ Preparatory Program offers group classes and private lessons to the community, and organ majors receive hands-on teaching experience, under faculty supervision.
The surrounding Salt Lake City community offers numerous opportunities for organists and lovers of organ music alike, with the annual Eccles Organ Festival at the Cathedral of the Madeleine and daily organ recitals at the Tabernacle on Temple Square.
The MM is a two-year, 34 credit hour program in organ performance. Courses consist of private lessons, bibliography, music history and literature, advanced music theory, organ literature, and organ pedagogy. Two recitals are required.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
MMusic
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The School of Music’s organ program prepares students to become skilled performers well-versed in organ history, literature, design, pedagogy, and church music.
In addition to housing a six-organ practice room, the school also has three on-site practice/performance pipe organs: a Flentrop 3/4, Moller 2/7, and Lively-Fulcher 3/64, one of the most outstanding tracker organs in Utah.
The school’s Schreiner Organ Endowment supports master classes in collaboration with the local American Guild of Organists chapter. The school’s Organ Preparatory Program offers group classes and private lessons to the community, and organ majors receive hands-on teaching experience, under faculty supervision.
The surrounding Salt Lake City community offers numerous opportunities for organists and lovers of organ music alike, with the annual Eccles Organ Festival at the Cathedral of the Madeleine and daily organ recitals at the Tabernacle on Temple Square.
The MM is a two-year, 34 credit hour program in organ performance. Courses consist of private lessons, bibliography, music history and literature, advanced music theory, organ literature, and organ pedagogy. Two recitals are required.
In addition to housing a six-organ practice room, the school also has three on-site practice/performance pipe organs: a Flentrop 3/4, Moller 2/7, and Lively-Fulcher 3/64, one of the most outstanding tracker organs in Utah.
The school’s Schreiner Organ Endowment supports master classes in collaboration with the local American Guild of Organists chapter. The school’s Organ Preparatory Program offers group classes and private lessons to the community, and organ majors receive hands-on teaching experience, under faculty supervision.
The surrounding Salt Lake City community offers numerous opportunities for organists and lovers of organ music alike, with the annual Eccles Organ Festival at the Cathedral of the Madeleine and daily organ recitals at the Tabernacle on Temple Square.
The MM is a two-year, 34 credit hour program in organ performance. Courses consist of private lessons, bibliography, music history and literature, advanced music theory, organ literature, and organ pedagogy. Two recitals are required.
Admission Requirements
6.5+
80+
3+
110+
To be considered for admission to the MM in Choral Conducting, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements: 1. Hold a Bachelor’s degree in music from an accredited institution. 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 MM: 1. Submit the online Graduate Admissions application. As part of this application MM applicants need to upload: a. Transcripts of 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 graduate studies. c. Statement of Purpose, including future goals. d. List of advanced repertoire which has been performed (substantial organ accompaniments may be included). 2. Complete a 20-minute audition. The candidate will offer a 30-40 minute program of music. The organ faculty may choose to hear all or any portion of the repertoire. Please see the School of Music website for repertoire requirements. 3. Have an interview with the organ faculty. Note: Applicant’s audition and application will be reviewed by a committee of faculty members within the organ area.
2 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
Tuition fees
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