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.
Curriculum
The Master of Music in Performance: Strings requires a minimum of 30 credits. Coursework to include:
- Private lessons
- Ensemble participation
- String Quartet (for violin, viola, cello) or Orchestral Repertory (for double bass)
- Non-Performance SMTD electives
Final Project
The presentation of a recital
Students may elect to pursue a double-major in Performance & Chamber Music, which may be completed in two years.
For requirement details, please see the Degree Requirements and Term-by-Term Layout for Current Students.
How To Apply
Applicants must:
- apply to U-M via the SMTD Graduate Application by December 1
- Submit an SMTD Artistic Profile by December 1 for a live audition
- Have all supplemental materials sent to SMTD
Click “Apply Now” below to read more detailed information about the application requirements and procedures.
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Please send inquiries regarding the SMTD application process to SMTD.admissions@umich.edu. To learn more about SMTD, sign up for an Information Session.
Faculty
David Halen Chair, violin
Richard Aaron cello
Danielle Belen violin
Aaron Berofsky, violin
Caroline Coade viola
Kristin Docter, viola (visiting)
Amir Eldan cello
Joan Raeburn Holland harp
Fabiola Kim, violin
Yizhak Schotten viola
Kathryn Votapek violin & chamber music
Nicholas Walker, bass (visiting)