Overview
The Piano program at Texas Christian University leading to the degree is designed to prepare musician-scholars for careers as creative artists and teachers at institutions of higher learning. Enrollment in the doctoral program is carefully monitored toward the goal of remaining highly selective and relatively small.
Features
- Prospective DMA students must demonstrate the potential for both artistry and scholarship on the highest levels.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Keyboard Literature I Pre-Baroque through Classical
- Form and Analysis
- Functional Piano
- Advanced Ear Training
- Advanced Theory
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Deadline: December 1
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Music Performance View 65 other PhDs in Music Performance in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Accidents
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed online application to TCU Graduate Studies and the School of Music
- Two official transcripts of all college work. Translations must be provided for all international transcripts
- Non-refundable application fees will be charged for both the TCU application and the School of Music application
- Three current letters of reference from persons qualified to comment on the applicant's academic and/or musical achievement, teaching and/or professional experience, and potential for success in the degree program
- A double-spaced typed paper of five pages or more that illustrates the applicant's writing and research skills.
- A curriculum vitae is required. This should include a list of concert performances, compositions, publications, and other musical accomplishments
- Test scores must be sent to TCU from the testing agency: GRE (composition only) and TOEFL or IELTS (international students)
Tuition Fee
Living costs for Fort Worth
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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