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M.M Composition

NA On Campus Masters Program

Houghton College

Program Overview

The Greatbatch School of Music is committed to fostering the active participation of gifted and well-trained Christian composers in the life of contemporary society, inside and outside of the Christian community. To that end, we offer a program of study for composers of demonstrated talent and accomplishment who aspire to excellence in the writing of music of various types, including symphonic and chamber music, opera, and other instrumental and choral/vocal works for the concert hall and/or the church, as well as music for film, television, and other media.Admission to the Master of Music program in composition is highly selective. Candidates are expected to have completed a bachelor of music degree in composition, or have an equivalent level of compositional ability as demonstrated by a significant portfolio of original works. Substantial proficiency on a major instrument is required.

Program Key Stats

Rolling


Eligibility Criteria


6

Additional Information & Requirements

Hold the Bachelor of Music degree in composition or its equivalent OR demonstrate equivalent experience in writing original music for both instrument and vocal/choral genres.Have and submit a portfolio of original compositions, including scores and an audio or video recording of the works.

Career Options

  • Arts administrator
  • Arts writer
  • Arts consultant
  • Band manager
  • Choral conductor
  • Music producer
  • Publisher
  • Theater company owner

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