This graduate concentration is part of the Master of Music program.
Build your legacy
You’ll refine your rehearsal techniques and sharpen your score analysis, developing the professional skills you need to direct large ensembles and command the podium. Whether you choose band, choral, or orchestral studies, you will graduate from SFA prepared to inspire performers and audiences alike.
Choose your ensemble focus
Each ensemble focus provides intense, specialized training to help you meet your professional goals.
- Band: Advance your techniques for wind ensembles.
- Choral: Master vocal leadership and rehearsal methods.
- Orchestral: Polish your command of symphonic literature.
Applying to the music master's program
Requirements for admission
To be eligible for consideration into the program, you must:
- meet the SFA Graduate School requirements
- have an overall undergraduate 2.5 GPA or higher
- and be one of the following:
- in your final year of undergraduate work
- holding a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- or have 95 or more semester hours of undergraduate work at SFA and be approved as an overlap student.
Ready to complete your application?
Applying to SFA's School of Music is a two-part process. Application requirements and audition materials are provided in the online music application.
- Apply to the Graduate School and submit your official transcripts.
- Apply to the School of Music.
- Select your desired degree to view details on required application and audition materials.
Priority deadlines
For priority consideration, submit your completed application by the following dates:
- Jan. 15 for all required documents.
- March 15 for all audition/interviews.
The deadline to apply for the upcoming Fall semester is July 13 or when the program reaches capacity, whichever occurs first.
See curriculum
Curriculum requirementsIs there a capstone?
Yes, a comprehensive exam during your final semester.
How are courses offered?
Primarily in person.
Is this program accredited?
Yes, with NASM.
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