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86 Master's degrees in Music in New York, United States
Jazz Writing Skills
The Jazz Writing Skills program of University of Rochester has been internationally recognized since the early 1970s.
Music
The Music programme at The City University of New York offers a flexible M.A. degree designed for professionals. Students can choose full-time or part-time study modes to suit their schedules. This postgraduate course provides diverse concentrations in a supportive environment at the renowned Hunter College campus.
Music Therapy
The Department of Music at State University of New York at New Paltz offers a master’s degree in Music Therapy.
String Studies
At the String Studies MM program from New York University you'll perform at landmark music venues, study one-on-one with our internationally acclaimed faculty, be mentored in entrepreneurship, and build a professional career in the modern music industry.
Pedagogy of Music Theory
The Pedagogy of Music Theory from University of Rochester is intended either for theory majors who wish to focus on a teaching career (with emphasis in pedagogy, aural skills, composition, and cognition) or other graduate students who may wish to graduate with a double major in Performance and Literature (MM or DMA) and Theory.
Music Theory and Composition - Screen Scoring
At the Music Theory and Composition - Screen Scoring MM program at New York University, you’ll receive intensive professional training that combines practice, theory, and industry immersion with opportunities to work closely with renowned composers, music editors, orchestrators, publishers, and other industry professionals.
Music Therapy
Nazareth University offers a Master of Science program in Music Therapy, preparing students to become board-certified music therapists and use music as a therapeutic medium.
Music Theory
MA in Music Theory students will encounter a wide variety of course options offered by a diverse, energetic faculty. All of our graduate students engage with the important major areas of Western music theory, including Schenkerian analysis, set theory and serialism, and the history of music theory. This program is offered by the University at Buffalo.
Audio Arts
The Audio Arts programme from Syracuse University offers a career path into the world of studio production.
Conducting (Choral or Orchestral, or Wind)
Students in the Conducting (Choral or Orchestral, or Wind) program of University of Rochester study choral literature and rehearsal techniques. The MM in orchestral conducting gives the aspiring conductor insights into the professional conductor’s workshop.
Music Education
The Master of Science in Music Education degree is a New York State Education Department at The City University of New York approved program that leads to Professional Certification for students already holding Initial Certification.
Music Business
At the Music Business MA program from New York University, students will learn to navigate a fast-paced and compelling industry while studying in New York City, the world's music business capital. Combine cross-disciplinary course work in business, finance, the arts, and more, and gain real-world experience working with industry leaders.
Jazz Studies
The Aaron Copland School of Music at The City University of New York offers conservatory-level training in classical performance, jazz performance, and jazz composition, leading to the Master of Jazz Studies degree.
Music and Music Education
The Music and Music Education program at Columbia University embraces humanistic values as they relate to contemporary musical and educational life. while respecting the musical traditions of the past.
Composition
At Composition from Syracuse University you will explore stylistic creativity and develop a unique musical voice with a diverse and engaged faculty of composers.
Brass
At Brass from Manhattan School of Music, students develop as skilled performers who are familiar with the standard solo, ensemble, and orchestral literature for their instruments.
Jazz Studies
The Jazz Studies degree program at The Juilliard School is an advanced course of study for musicians who hold the bachelor’s degree and who seek graduate musical training and classroom learning to prepare themselves more fully for careers as professional musicians.
Applied Music and Music Teaching
The combined MAT in Applied Music and Music Teaching from The City University of New York offers students who have already earned a bachelor's degree and developed a professional level of performance ability the opportunity to continue serious study in music while simultaneously developing teaching competency.
Music Leadership
The Music Leadership program of University of Rochester is designed for musicians who seek to lead traditional and/or non-traditional musical arts organizations.
Music Theory and Composition - Concert Music
At the Music Theory and Composition - Concert Music MM program from New York University, you will develop your skills as a music composer in a conservatory-like setting in this master of music program, working closely with our faculty of internationally recognized composers.