Overview
This degree program is based on the premise that original composition of high quality requires a strong background in theory, and that significant scholarship in theory requires experience in original composition.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this Music Theory - Composition program from Kent State University will be able to:
- Compile a body of completed compositions.
- Demonstrate and apply compositional techniques for creation of new works, including musical style and structure.
- Analyze music from a wide range of styles and style periods, and communicate results in written and oral formats.
- Recognize, identify and analyze representative literature from different historical periods, countries and composers.
- Communicate knowledge of composition, theory and other aspects of music in classroom and private teaching.
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Courses include:
- History of Music Theory
- Schenkerian Analysis
- Post-tonal Theory
- Seminar in Music Since 1900
- Pedagogy of Music Theory
- Composition
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General requirements
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 3.000 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000 point scale
- Official transcript(s)
- Résumé
- Goal Statement
- Three letters of recommendation
- Substantial term paper on a theoretical topic or a master's thesis in music theory written in English
- Minimum three scores of original compositions demonstrating a variety of genres (chamber, orchestral, piano, choral, etc.)
- English language proficiency
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International
18448 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18448 USD per year -
National
18448 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18448 USD per year -
In-State
9898 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9898 USD per year
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