Music Performance Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Overview

The Music Performance programme at Indiana University of Pennsylvania provides a rigorous academic and practical environment for musicians aiming to refine their craft. Students receive expert tuition from distinguished faculty members, ensuring they develop the technical mastery required for professional auditions and high-level careers.

This degree focuses on polishing performing abilities while solidifying credentials for those pursuing roles as private instructors or ensemble leaders. By combining intensive private lessons with theoretical study, the curriculum prepares graduates to excel in diverse musical environments, from recording studios to prestigious concert halls.

Why Music Performance at Indiana University of Pennsylvania?

Students benefit from exceptional facilities at Cogswell Hall, which includes specialized rehearsal spaces, practice rooms, and a dedicated music library. As an all-Steinway school, the institution provides access to 93 pianos and the renowned Pogorzelski-Yankee Memorial organ for comprehensive technical development.

The university maintains strong performance venues such as Fisher Auditorium and Gorell Recital Hall, offering students numerous platforms to showcase their talents. Furthermore, wind and choral conducting students may complete the majority of their coursework online, supported by live video lessons and digital resources.

Distinctive teaching features include leadership roles within various ensembles, where conducting students receive regular podium time to practice their craft. The faculty consists of active professionals with years of performance credit, providing students with invaluable industry insights and mentorship throughout their studies.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 14598 per year
• National fee: USD 14598 per year
• Local fee: USD 9720 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is built upon intensive private lessons and core academic disciplines to ensure a well-rounded musical education. The programme culminates in a mandatory on-campus recital to demonstrate professional proficiency.

Modules may include:

• Music Theory
• History
• Research
• Conducting
• Instrumental Performance
• Vocal Performance

Students also participate in various ensembles to enhance their collaborative skills. These groups include:

• Marching Band
• Wind Ensemble
• Symphony Band
• University Chorale
• University Chorus
• Chamber Singers
• University Symphony Orchestra
• Jazz and Popular Music Ensembles
• Music Theater and Opera Workshops
• Percussion
• Flute
• Clarinet
• Saxophone
• Trumpet
• Horn
• Trombone
• Tubaphonium
• Piano
• Organ

Careers with Music Performance

Graduates are well-equipped for diverse roles within the global music industry, including positions in orchestras, operas, and military bands. Many alumni find success as conductors, composers, or performers in musical theatre and professional recording studios across the country.

The programme also prepares students for academic careers, with many graduates securing faculty positions at major universities or establishing successful private music studios. Recent alumni have performed in Broadway productions, demonstrating the high standard of training provided by the department.