MA Music Theory

Course Overview Our graduate programs in music theory provide exceptional professional training within one of the nation's largest music colleges, blending advanced instruction with hands-on teaching experience to prepare you for a successful career as a scholar and professor. You will learn from internationally recognized faculty and receive dedicated mentorship to present and publish your research. Key Program Highlights Comprehensive curriculum covering analytical techniques, contrapuntal composition, and the history of music theory. Direct mentorship to present research at conferences and publish in leading scholarly journals. Hands-on teaching opportunities and pedagogy training to prepare for an academic career. Specialized seminars on cutting-edge topics like transformational theory, post-tonal theory, and semiotics. Access to three renowned, peer-reviewed journals, including one run by graduate students.