Master of Music (MM)

The Master of Music (MM) at The Global Conservatory is a two-year graduate program designed to refine professional artistry, deepen academic mastery, and prepare advanced musicians for the next stage in their careers.

This program is built for emerging professionals: conservatory graduates, international soloists, ensemble leaders, composers, conductors, educators, and hybrid artists. Whether you aim to perform on the world’s stages, launch your own ensemble, compose new works, or become a thought leader in your field — this degree will prepare you to do it all, on your own terms and from anywhere in the world.

Curriculum Overview

The MM consists of 4 full semesters (2 years) totaling 60 credits. Each student’s schedule includes:

  • Weekly private lessons with an assigned professor
  • Live seminars in theory, history, or technology
  • Track-specific courses and labs (e.g. ensemble rehearsal, audio workshop, conducting forum)
  • Capstone Project (performance or research-based)
  • Professional Development Seminars (teaching, branding, grant writing, etc.)
  • Optional on-site residency modules

Capstone Requirement (Final Semester)

Each MM student completes a signature final project such as:

  • Full-length recital or concert program
  • Original composition, premiered and recorded by Global Conservatory artists
  • Conducted performance project (e.g. full ensemble video)
  • Multi-movement electronic or hybrid work with documentation
  • Research paper or pedagogical guidebook with live presentation

Capstones are evaluated by the graduate faculty jury and may be featured publicly online or in hybrid campus performances.

Who Should Apply

  • Graduates of conservatories or universities with a strong musical background
  • Working musicians seeking academic credentials and artistic growth
  • Educators and teaching artists pursuing specialization or higher degrees
  • Artists preparing for doctoral study or conservatory teaching positions

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We will send audition guidelines, application support, and advising calls as soon as applications open.

Career & Academic Outcomes

  • Launch international performance or composition careers
  • Enter doctoral (DMA/PhD) programs or artist diploma residencies
  • Win competitions, fellowships, and faculty posts
  • Build and run their own ensembles, brands, or schools
  • Teach at pre-college, university, and international academy levels
  • Contribute to cutting-edge research in performance, pedagogy, or technology

Sample Weekly Schedule (Year 1 – Composition Track)

  • Monday: Seminar – Contemporary Music History & Analysis
  • Tuesday: Private Lesson with Composition Faculty
  • Wednesday: Workshop – Digital Tools for Composers
  • Thursday: Score Study & Peer Feedback Roundtable
  • Friday: Graduate Forum – Artist Identity & Innovation

Students can expect ~15 hours of coursework and ~20–30 hours of individual practice, writing, or collaboration per week.

Application Requirements

  • Degree Prerequisite: Bachelor’s degree in music or equivalent experience
  • Materials Required:
  • 2–3 performance or portfolio videos (varies by track)
  • Artist or academic statement (500–800 words)
  • 1-page résumé or biography
  • Academic transcripts (optional but recommended)
  • Interview via Zoom (select applicants)
  • Language: English proficiency required
  • Deadline: Spring 2027
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