Master of Music in Performance, Percussion
Application deadlines are specific to degree programs. See our Graduate Admissions page for a list of all deadlines.
Designed for students seeking intensive study with a major artist-teacher and performance experience to develop into a highly qualified professional musician. Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree in music or its equivalent as well as substantial solo and ensemble repertoire. Students may elect to pursue a double-major in Performance &; Chamber Music, which may be completed in two years.
Curriculum
The Master of Music in Performance: Wind & Percussion Instruments requires a minimum of 31 credits. Coursework to include:
Private lessons
Ensemble participation
Non-Performance SMTD electives
Small Brass, Percussion, or Woodwind Ensemble
Final Project:
Final recital
Courses
SMTD offers a wide variety of courses across all disciplines.
Silent Advisor
Degree requirements and term-by-term layout for current students.
Faculty
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Ian Antonio
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Chad Burrow
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Jeremy Epp
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Daniel Gilbert
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David Jackson
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Bryan Kennedy
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Nancy Ambrose King
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Jeffrey Lyman
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Timothy McAllister
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Doug Perkins
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Amy Porter
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Thomas Sherwood
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Robert Sullivan
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Adam Unsworth
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Nancy Zeltsman
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David Zerkel
Performance Opportunities
Questions?
Application for 2023-2024 Due December 1
Cost, Scholarships & Financial Aid
We are committed to admitting the most talented and promising performing artists and scholars, regardless of financial means.