Graduate Programs

Offering distinctive Graduate Music programs with a personal touch

Consider Our Reputation
Truman State University has achieved recognition as one of the nation's most notable public universities. Its student body is a selective one, helping to ensure a quality learning environment.

Consider Our Strong Programs and Faculty
Truman State University offers a wide range of music graduate study options. Our flexible degree programs are designed to meet the needs of the individual graduate student. The faculty consists of nationally and internationally recognized performers, conductors, composers, and scholars.

Consider the Opportunities We Provide
At Truman, you are treated as an individual, and personal quality time with our professors is assured. Our outstanding vocal and instrumental ensembles are available on a regular basis to graduate conducting students, and opportunities to perform abound. Graduate composers will find musicians are readily available to perform their works. Truman's library is more than adequate to accommodate research needs.

Consider Our Graduate Degree Options
Truman State University offers the Master of Arts degree in: -- Conducting: Vocal Emphasis -- Conducting: Instrumental Emphasis -- Instrumental Performance (Woodwind, Brass, Percussion, Strings) --Music History/Research -- Piano Performance -- Theory/Composition -- Vocal Performance.

About the Program

• General Information
• Admission Requirements
• Graduation Requirements
• Courses Offered
• Graduate Teaching Assistantships

Areas of Study

• Brass
• Voice
• Percussion
• Piano
• Conducting
• Strings
• Theory/Composition
• History/Musicology
• Woodwinds